Travelling from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is 3 hours ahead of Lahore, where Allama Iqbal International Airport is located. Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from LHE to Shanghai, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LHE to Shanghai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
If you hold a passport from Pakistan, you will need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.
Central Lahore to LHE is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near LHE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai is Rs113,336. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs186,408. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LHE to Shanghai. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you around 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. Following your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near SHA. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from LHE to Shanghai at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the most popular month for flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, head to Shanghai in April when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from LHE to Shanghai in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
After locking in your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Shanghai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just two of the top attractions to put on your Shanghai travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shanghai Tower.
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