Travelling from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Columbus. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) jetting off from here.
Allama Iqbal International Airport is located in Lahore. The city runs on the UTC+5 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Columbus.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Columbus to LHE.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays near John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
Of all flights departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% land on time at their destination.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 26 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Unwind before your Columbus to LHE flight at a hotel close to Rickenbacker International Airport. Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
66.14% of flights taking off from Rickenbacker International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
Have a late flight from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near LHE and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Grab an Allama Iqbal International Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Europcar and Street Rent a Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Lahore and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
At the moment, Rs163,719 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs396,968. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Columbus to LHE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE). Plan your visit to Lahore in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Columbus to LHE flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. June is the warmest month in Lahore, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 43ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 6ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Lahore
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Lahore right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Columbus to Allama Iqbal International Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Lahore when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Jamia Masjid F1 followed by Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan waiting to be explored. Around 137 kilometres west of Lahore, a visit to Faisalabad will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Pakistan, consider Rawalpindi, about 257 kilometres north-west of Lahore. Umer Bin Khattab Masjid, Moti Masjid and Jamia Masjid E Muhammad are the start of reasons to visit.
