Travelling from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 12 hours behind Lahore, where Allama Iqbal International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from LHE to Vancouver.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from LHE to Vancouver, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
When travelling to Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Pakistan. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver.
To get to LHE from central Lahore, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LHE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Vancouver
C$842 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,581. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LHE to Vancouver. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
It'll take around 33 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. After your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 16 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from LHE to Vancouver, kick back at a hotel near CXH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Vancouver, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap flights from LHE to Vancouver in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are attractions you won't want to skip in Vancouver.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Vancouver and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Vancouver.