Travelling from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): What you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE).
Allama Iqbal International Airport is located in Lahore. The city operates on the UTC+5 timezone and is 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Colombo to LHE.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
RML is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Colombo Ratmalana Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
You can book a direct Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) plane ticket out of Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Figure out if flying from CMB works better for your plans.
SriLankan Airlines has direct flights from Colombo to LHE departing from CMB. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
On the CMB to LHE route, SriLankan Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers.
SriLankan Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying from Bandaranaike International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport, with 73.91% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Bandaranaike International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
You can reach CMB from the centre of Colombo in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to LHE flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.71%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LHE:
Pick up an Allama Iqbal International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Street Rent a Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Lahore and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
At the moment, $327 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $688. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Colombo to LHE. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Colombo to LHE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when prices go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE). Visit Lahore in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Colombo to LHE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. June is the warmest month in Lahore, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Lahore
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Lahore right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Lahore when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Jamia Masjid F1 followed by Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've visited Lahore, now it's time to explore other corners of Pakistan. Travel around 137 kilometres west to Faisalabad to tick off its popular sights. From Faisal Masjid to Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Pakistan, head for Rawalpindi, about 257 kilometres north-west of Lahore. Umer Bin Khattab Masjid, Moti Masjid and Jamia Masjid E Muhammad are key highlights.
