Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Lahore Starting at $135

The Istanbul — Lahore route is served by a wide range of airlines: 5 in total, including Turkish Airlines, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Nas Air, and Valuair. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $135. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Turkey’s main international gateway and a growing global hub, handling long-haul carriers and major full-service airlines alongside some low-cost operators. Located about 40–50 km northwest of the historic city center, it can take roughly 30–60 minutes by car depending on traffic; taxi fares and private transfers are commonly used, while Havaist airport shuttle buses cost typically more affordably and take around 60 minutes. A new metro link also connects the airport to the city with similar journey times. Advantages include modern terminals, extensive lounges and direct intercontinental connections; downsides can be longer transfer times and higher taxi fares compared with inner-city airports. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) serves as Istanbul’s value-oriented international and domestic hub and is popular with budget carriers and charter flights. Situated on the Asian side about 35–45 km from central areas like Sultanahmet or Taksim, travel by road usually ranges from 45 minutes to over an hour depending on traffic; airport shuttle buses and municipal buses offer cheaper options, while taxis and shared transfers are faster but can cost more. A metro line extension has recently improved rail access. Benefits include often lower fares and less congestion in some cases; drawbacks can be longer commutes from European-side neighborhoods and fewer long-haul connections than the main airport.

Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) serves Lahore as the city’s main international gateway and typically handles both full-service and regional carriers, with Pakistan International Airlines, SereneAir and AirSial among the frequent operators and a growing number of Middle Eastern and regional flights. It’s located about 20–25 km southeast of the city centre, usually a 30–50 minute drive depending on traffic; taxis and app-based ride services are common, with shared shuttles and private transfers also available, and fares typically range from modest to mid-level for convenience. Pros include a compact terminal and straightforward security processes for short connections; cons can be peak-time congestion and occasional delays, and limited budget-carrier concentration compared with some regional hubs.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Istanbul to Lahore is $185 (November 2025), while the maximum is $219 (February 2026). On average, a ticket costs $202–$219.