Flying from Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is three hours behind Lahore, where Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your LHE to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from LHE to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Lahore to LHE takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHE:
Of the flights that depart from Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport, 66% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Johannesburg
Rs133,261 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs232,787. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from LHE to Johannesburg, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LHE to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Johannesburg. After your flight from Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your LHE to Johannesburg flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
December is the quietest month for flights from Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport to Johannesburg, while April is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket with a departure in January to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LHE to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Nelson Mandela Statue and Apartheid Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Top of Africa.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
Bloemfontein is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without a visit to Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.