Travelling from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): what you need to know
The timezone in Lahore is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Najaf.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your NJF to LHE flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport. These are the top stopovers between NJF and LHE:
Jinnah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
£197 is the lowest price for a one-way Al-Ashraf International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £562. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NJF to LHE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from NJF to LHE.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport.
Handy information about Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
77.99% of flights taking off from Al-Ashraf International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Najaf to Al-Ashraf International Airport is approximately 14 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport? Stay somewhere close to NJF, like Royal Eagle Hotel. Granada Hotel will also have you moments from your departure gate.
Arriving at Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Al-Ashraf International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LHE instead:
Set yourself up with an Allama Iqbal International Airport rental car from leading outlets like Europcar or Street Rent a Car. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Lahore and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Reserving your vehicle from Allama Iqbal International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to central Lahore
Allama Iqbal International Airport is roughly 30 miles from central Lahore. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Lahore in April.
The warmest month in Lahore is June, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NJF to LHE in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan you'll want to see. About 75 miles west of Lahore, a visit to Faisalabad will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
Rawalpindi is another favourite destination in Pakistan and is around 160 miles north-west of Lahore. No trip is complete without dropping by Parade Lane Park, Civic Park and Millad Park.