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$205+ Cheap flights from Lahore (LHE) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHE — IST
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lahore to Istanbul are usually found in October or May, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Lahore to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lahore (LHE) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$409
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$205
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$673

Good round-trip deal

$882 or less

Good one-way deal

$636 or less
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Cheapest flights from Lahore to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lahore to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/31:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop22h 15mAzerbaijan Airlines
Fri 11/1412:20 pmIST - LHE
1 stop11h 50mAzerbaijan Airlines
Deal found 8/16$409
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/291:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/77:30 amIST - LHE
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$432
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/197:25 amIST - LHE
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$443
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/123:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/197:30 amIST - LHE
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/31:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/157:25 amIST - LHE
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$447
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/271:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/47:25 amIST - LHE
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$453
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/123:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/207:30 amIST - LHE
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$458
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/123:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/232:00 amIST - LHE
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$462
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/11:10 amLHE - IST
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/101:45 pmIST - LHE
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$480

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lahore to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Lahore

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Istanbul

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Depart

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Price

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Mon 11/3

1:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop11h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 11/13

10:25 pm-2:10 am

1 stop25h 45m

$409

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Mon 11/3

1:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop11h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 11/15

7:25 am-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$447

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Mon 10/27

1:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop11h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 11/4

7:25 am-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$453

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Fri 9/12

3:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 9/23

2:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$462

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Mon 9/29

1:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 9/30

8:05 pm-7:50 am

1 stop9h 45m

$498

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Tue 9/23

4:15 am-7:55 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

7:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$525

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Thu 10/30

3:25 am-5:30 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

6:20 pm-2:40 am

1 stop30h 20m

$533

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Fri 9/19

4:20 am-6:00 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 9/24

7:00 pm-3:35 am

1 stop30h 35m

$534

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Sun 8/31

4:15 am-7:55 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 9/1

7:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$535

LahoreIstanbul

LHE - IST

LHEIST

Lahore

Sat 9/20

4:20 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 10/1

3:25 pm-9:05 am

1 stop15h 40m

$545

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Best time to book a flight from Lahore to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Lahore with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lahore to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Lahore to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHE to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Lahore to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Lahore to Istanbul Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 82% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Lahore to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Lahore to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

The most flights from LHE to IST are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 41% of 1-stop itineraries from Lahore to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Baku (GYD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $399.

What’s the fastest layover option from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Riyadh (RUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Riyadh (RUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 38m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines from Lahore to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,233 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
flynas
6.9
Okay
93 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
142 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lahore to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lahore to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Lahore, you will be flying from Lahore, which is the city’s only airport. Lahore (LHE) is located 4.0 mi from the center of Lahore. There are 2 flights from Lahore to Istanbul per day from 9 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Airlines like Oman Air and SAUDIA fly from Lahore to Istanbul Airport in about 12h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 40m. There are 2594 mi between Lahore and Istanbul Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lahore to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Flying on flynas is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $156. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Azerbaijan Airlines and flydubai, with the lowest prices starting at $216 and $400, respectively. You may be able to fly from Lahore to Istanbul Airport for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $530. While the most popular route (Lahore - Istanbul) can be booked for $673 on average our data indicates $2,260 when flying from Lahore to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lahore to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lahore to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lahore to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lahore to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lahore to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lahore to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lahore to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Lahore to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Lahore to Istanbul

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Lahore to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
flynasCheapest$156Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Azerbaijan AirlinesCheapest$216Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
flydubaiCheapest$400Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$410Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$410Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$436Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Pakistan International AirlinesCheapest$480Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
EmiratesCheapest$618Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$622Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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