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Cheapest round-trip
$533
Typical prices: $593-$828
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/23Fri 11/30
LHE - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$577
Typical prices: $704-$921
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/28Sat 11/3
LHE - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 6h 27m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 23% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $445 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lahore to Istanbul (LHE-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lahore to Istanbul

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:05 am - 10:00 pmLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
20h 55m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:15 pmIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
13h 45m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Karachi Quaid-E-Azam Intl
$534Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 5:25 amLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
18h 20m2 stops Karachi Quaid-E-Azam Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 3:45 pmIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
16h 50m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Dammam King Fahad Intl
$536Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
2:45 am - 9:25 pmLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
20h 40m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 1:45 amIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
10h 25m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
$555Azerbaijan Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:20 pm - 12:50 pmLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
19h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 6:15 pmIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
26h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$556Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:15 am - 12:50 pmLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
10h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 6:15 pmIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
26h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$556Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
3:05 am - 10:35 amLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
9h 30m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
Azerbaijan Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 2:05 amIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
9h 35m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
$561Azerbaijan Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:30 amLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
6h 30mnonstop
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12:55 am - 8:20 amIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
5h 25mnonstop
$577Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Nov 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:30 amLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
6h 30mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 4:30 amIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
5h 30mnonstop
$582Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 10:05 amLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
6h 30mnonstop
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 4:05 amIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
5h 25mnonstop
$586Pakistan International Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 10:05 amLHE  Lahore-IST Istanbul
6h 30mnonstop
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 4:05 amIST  Istanbul-LHE Lahore
5h 25mnonstop
$586Pakistan International Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lahore to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport start at $533. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $593 to $828. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $533 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lahore to Istanbul Airport, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Lahore to Istanbul Airport at $545 round-trip.
  • June ($786) and July ($780) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Lahore to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Lahore to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$329
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Lahore to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lahore to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Lahore to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Are there lounges at Istanbul International Airport (IST)?

    Yes, there are several lounges inside the airport. Turkish Airlines Lounge is located in the departures area while the IGA lounge is located at International Terminal. Also, Istanbul Airport's lavish CIP lounge offers economy-class travelers luxurious services. Enjoy a relaxing ambiance from these and many more lounges conveniently located inside IST.

  • What is the fastest way to/from the IST airport?

    If you want to reach your hotel/city center in the fastest way possible, you are to use the airport taxi located inside the airport. Where a taxi takes you around one hour, a bus would take way over one and a half hours. Airport taxi services can be accessed at both domestic and international arrivals.

  • What are the family and children-friendly facilities at IST?

    The airport has reserved spots for families with children near the entrances and elevators. Also, there is a particular checkpoint on the security check-gate for families with children between the ages of 0-5 years old. The airport customers may wish to breastfeed their infants in the infant Care rooms, located on all Arrivals floors. The kids' playground is located on all departure floors.

  • Are there accessible services at LHE?

    Yes, there are dedicated Departure Meet and Greet Services at LHE to help passengers with special needs. Just locate their counter and request a service and they will gladly help you navigate the airport.

  • What airlines are available from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Lahore and Istanbul Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Lahore (LHE) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lahore to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Pakistan International Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $445 round-trip via Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD), compared to $756 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $42–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Pakistan International Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-200/200ER variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    On the Lahore to Istanbul Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 10%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $681 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $756: a $75 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Lahore to Istanbul Airport route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Lahore to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Lahore to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Taksim and Istanbul City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lahore to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 4:10 am and lands at 10:37 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:50 am and lands at 4:17 pm.

    The flight takes about 6h 27m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lahore to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 26% above the route average of $712. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport takes 6h 27m, covering 2,594 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Lahore to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $533 to $3,414. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Lahore to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lahore to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $360, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Turkish Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Lahore to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Lahore to Istanbul Airport flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Tashkent Vostochny (TAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 52m, compared with 10h 25m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 10h 40m via Kuwait City (KWI).

  • What is the time difference between Lahore and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 2 hours behind Lahore (Turkey Time vs Pakistan Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · CIRCULAR
    · Avec Car Rental
    · Ok Mobility
    · Alamo
    · Autounion Car Rental

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lahore to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport range from $593 to $828, with an average of $712 over the past 12 months. Anything below $593 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lahore to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $681 - about $75 less than Sunday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lahore to Istanbul Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $545 round-trip in that month - typically $241 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Baku Heydar Aliyev Airport (GYD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $445 round-trip on this route - about $310 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Lahore Airport (LHE) is located in the city of Lahore, Pakistan. It is the second-largest airport in the country and serves Lahore, the capital of Punjab province. It is a major hub for Pakistan International Airlines. Istanbul International Airport (IST) is located northwest of central Istanbul, Arnavutkoy district, Turkey. It is the fifth-busiest international airport in Europe and serves as a major hub for Turkish Airlines and Turkish Cargo.
  • If you don't mind stop en route, consider taking connecting flights. Emirates makes a 2-hour layover at Dubai International airport (DXB). Oman Air makes a stop at Muscat Seeb (MCT) while Saudi Air has a 2-hour layover at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED). You will also enjoy a 2-hour layover at Abu Dhabi Intl if you take Etihad Airways and a 6 hours layover at Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) when you take Gulf Air.
  • At Lahore Airport (LHE), you enjoy luggage assistance from the baggage claim area to the flight. If you need services with your luggage, it should be easy to locate porter services from their counter located at the concourse hall.
  • When traveling to Istanbul from LHE, you’re advised to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before your scheduled flight. Fortunately, the airport has several monitors located at the briefing areas for passengers to find their flight information for their airlines.
  • Once you arrive at Istanbul International Airport (IST), you can enjoy taking photos of the landing and take-off of airplanes up close. If you're an aviation enthusiast, you'll be happy to find the airport spotter area that offers a great view of the landing and takeoff of planes. You can also see a variety of different aircraft from all over the world. It is only accessible on Saturdays between 2 pm and 5 pm.

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Lahore to Istanbul

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Turkish Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

Turkish Airlines

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Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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Istanbul to Lahore

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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