Search Flights from Lahore to Muenster/Osnabrueck (Münster Osnabrück Intl.)

You can easily travel to Allama Iqbal International Airport from Lahore city center by getting on a taxi or renting a car. If you prefer using a means of public transportation, you can get on a bus going to the airport. Whichever alternative you prefer, you should not forget that traffic in Lahore can be very heavy. You should take the road a bit earlier in order not to miss your flight.

Car Rental

There are many car rental companies in the city center. When renting a car, pay attention to the terms of the contract and bargain if possible. Keep in mind that the traffic can be heavy, and most of the drivers are careless. If you have enough budget, rent a car with a driver. You can reach Allama Iqbal International Airport from the city center by driving eastward on Aziz Bhatti, Canal Bank or Zarrar Shaheed Road and following the airport signs.

Taxi

Taxi is not a commonly used transportation option since rickshaws are more preferred for short distances in the city center. However, your hotel can arrange a taxi for you. Make sure to bargain on the fare. Travelling to the airport from the city center costs approximately 600-700 Pakistani Rupee.

Bus

You can reach Allama Iqbal International Airport from many parts of the city by using the bus routes B-08 and B-28. The bus route B-08 departs from the main bus station and passes through the main train station. You shouldn’t forget that there are separate seats for women in the buses.

Airport Information

Lahore's main airport was once Walton Airport. When Pakistan International Airlines acquired its first Boeing 720, Walton Airport was unable to handle the landing and take-off this aircraft. Therefore, it was decided to build a new airport. This new airport called Allama Iqbal International Airport allowed Lahore to open its gates to the world. Today, regular flights are organized from the airport to many important cities such as İstanbul, Dubai, Paris, New York and Tokyo. Allama Iqbal International Airport, which is the second busiest airport of Pakistan, is located 15 kilometers of the city center.

The airport includes two terminals as domestic and international. The international terminal has a lounge, duty free shops and various eating and drinking areas. In addition, passengers can benefit from the Wi-Fi network at the airport for free. At the airport, you can buy souvenirs consisting of local Pakistani desserts.

The city of Münster is located in North Rhine-Westphalia and the city of Osnabrück is located in Lower-Saxony in north-west Germany. Both cities are in close proximity to each other and therefore share a common airport. Travelers who plan to visit one of these two cities travel to Münster Osnabrück International Airport. Public transportation services in Münster are well developed and since the city is quite small in terms of surface area it is also easy to explore on foot.

You can purchase tickets for public transportation alternatives from sales offices or various markets. The most commonly used means of public transportation in the city are buses. In addition, there are train services that provide transportation both within the city and to other cities in the country. The central railway station in the city (Münster Hauptbahnhof) is located in the city center, as is the case in many German cities. Cycling is another common means of transportation in Münster.

In Osnabrück, the area known as the city center is called Neumarkt and almost all the buses pass through this area.

Buses have a big role in urban transportation. In addition to buses, just like in Münster, traveling by bicycle is a highly preferred alternative in the small city of Osnabrück. You can purchase bus tickets from the automated machines at Neumarkt, the central terminal. You can also get more detailed information about the bus schedules and fares at this terminal. The central railway station is located about 10 minutes from the city center but these trains are only used for intercity transportation.

Transportation to Münster from the Airport

To get to the city center from the airport you can use public transport services such as buses or trains. Münster Osnabrück International Airport is located 25 km from Münster city center. It takes an average of 25 to 30 minutes to get to the city center from the airport by public transportation.

You can also take a taxi or rent a car to get to the city center, which would be a faster transportation alternative.

Bus

One of the most affordable methods of transportation to get to Münster from the airport is by bus. There are various bus lines that provide transportation to the city center from the airport. D50 Direct Bus line provides transportation to Münster Central Railway Station in approximately 20 minutes. The S50 Schnellbus bus line departs from the Ibbenbüren station, which is located in close proximity to the airport, and also provides transportation to the central railway station. The interregional bus line R51 RegioBus provides transportation to the central railway station in about 50 minutes, stopping in Sprakel and Greven along the way.

Train

The train lines in Germany, known as S-Bahn and operated by Deutsche Bahn (German Railways), are also an important part of intra-city transportation. Although there is no direct train service from the airport to Münster there are train stations located in close proximity to the airport, providing a public transportation alternative to buses with connecting lines from the nearby stations.

There are three main train lines that provide transport services throughout Münster. The red line provides transportation between the Hafen (Halle Münsterland), Hauptbahnhof (central railway station), Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), and Grevener Straße stations.

The yellow line provides transportation between the Warendorfer Straße, Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), and Schützenhof (Hammer Straße) stations.

The blue line provides transportation between the Wolbecker Straße, Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), Neubrückenstraße, Stadttheater, Stadthalle, and Nordplatz stations. Trains begin operate from 6 am until 12 am. Depending on the time of day the trains will run every 6 to 12 minutes.

Taxi

Taxis are another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. Taxis are a very convenient method of transport that provide door-to-door service.

Rental Car

There are many Rent a Car offices located at the airport terminal. You can also book a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online before your trip. Once you get to the city center you can also rent a bicycle for urban transportation from the car rental offices.

Transportation to Osnabrück from the Airport

Münster Osnabrück International Airport is located 35 km from the city of Osnabrück. Therefore transportation alternatives take a bit longer and are a bit more expensive when compared to transportation to Münster. Nevertheless, there are a variety of alternatives available to get to Osnabrück from the airport such as buses, taxis, and rental cars.

Bus

Shuttle bus x150 provides transportation from the airport to the central railway station in Osnabrück. The fare for this bus is higher than general public transportation vehicles in the city. The bus runs frequently throughout the day and is on-time and reliable. You can follow the daily schedule of the line on the internet. This line also provides service at night.

There are 24 buses that operate in the city and 10 different buses that provide intercity transportation. A large majority of these lines offer transportation to the city center and train station. The Stadtwerke Osnabrück company, which coordinates bus services within the city, also organizes night buses (Nachtbus) that operate on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Taxi

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. Taxis are a very convenient method of transportation.

Rental Car

After arriving at the airport, you can rent a car from the Rent a Car offices located in the terminal or reserve your vehicle on the internet before your flight. Just like in Münster, renting a bike in Osnabrück is also a popular option for urban transportation. Once you get to the city center you can rent a bicycle to explore most parts of the city.