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Flight deals from Lahore to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lahore Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$776. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.C$302 per passenger.Departing Fri., Nov. 20.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Lahore on Fri., Nov. 20, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$302, select.
Istanbul.C$303 per passenger.Departing Fri., Dec. 4.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Lahore on Fri., Dec. 4, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$303, select.
Istanbul.C$385 per passenger.Departing Sun., Oct. 18.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Lahore on Sun., Oct. 18, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$385, select.
Istanbul.C$429 per passenger.Departing Tue., May 12.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Lahore on Tue., May 12, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$429, select.
Istanbul.C$441 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 8.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Lahore on Tue., Sep. 8, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$441, select.
Istanbul.C$444 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 5.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Lahore on Fri., Jun. 5, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$444, select.
Istanbul.C$479 per passenger.Departing Sun., Apr. 12.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound indirect flight with PIA, departs from Lahore on Sun., Apr. 12, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$479, select.
Istanbul.C$487 per passenger.Departing Sun., Aug. 16.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Lahore on Sun., Aug. 16, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$487, select.
Istanbul.C$523 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 15.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Lahore on Wed., Jul. 15, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$523, select.
Istanbul.C$539 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jan. 12.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Lahore on Tue., Jan. 12, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$539, select.
Istanbul.C$547 per passenger.Departing Tue., Mar. 9.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Lahore on Tue., Mar. 9, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$547, select.
Istanbul.C$710 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 24.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Lahore on Wed., Jun. 24, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$710, select.
Istanbul.C$714 per passenger.Departing Fri., Sep. 18.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Lahore on Fri., Sep. 18, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$714, select.
Istanbul.C$714 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 10.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Lahore on Mon., Aug. 10, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$714, select.
Istanbul.C$714 per passenger.Departing Mon., Oct. 12.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Lahore on Mon., Oct. 12, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$714, select.
Istanbul.C$715 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jul. 16.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Lahore on Thu., Jul. 16, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$715, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lahore to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lahore to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Apr.
from C$479
May
from C$429
Jun.
from C$444
Jul.
from C$523
Aug.
from C$487
Sep.
from C$441
Oct.
from C$385
Nov.
from C$302
Dec.
from C$303
Jan.
from C$539
Feb.
from C$1,673
Mar.
from C$547

Which airlines fly from Lahore to Istanbul?

Lahore to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Lahore to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$302
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time6 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Lahore to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lahore to Istanbul is C$561. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Lahore to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and PIA fly direct from Lahore to Istanbul.
As of April 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Lahore to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Lahore to Istanbul is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lahore Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, December 4, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Azerbaijan Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Traveling from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 6 hours 47 minutes. Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul 2 hours behind Lahore.

  • Flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport start at 05:45 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest flight is the 21:05 option with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are 10 weekly services from LHE to IST.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Visiting Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between LHE and IST:

    • Bahrain International Airport

    • Kuwait International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

  • Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before booking your cheap ticket from LHE to IST, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is C$302. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$561. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flight tickets from LHE to IST, reserve your journey 10 months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from LHE to IST every day.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)

  • Central Lahore to Allama Iqbal International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Want a convenient hotel near LHE? If you're on an early flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February.

  • Book your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LHE to IST sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • After locking in your flights from LHE to IST, you'll want to find a hotel in Istanbul. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Istanbul itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

  • If you want extra choice and flexibility when planning your trip, consider arriving or departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). This international airport is another popular option for getting to or from Istanbul.

Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Istanbul.

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