Popular Airport | Shiraz Intl. Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 2 hour 30 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 2093 Km |
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Taxi is the most preferred means of transportation to get to the center of Shiraz from Shahid Dastghaib International Airport. However, if you need a comfortable means of transportation during your travel, you can rent a car at the airport. Bus and metro alternatives are available for passengers who want to keep their transportation costs at the lowest level. However, the stops of both bus and metro are at the airport exit and are not recommended for travellers with large or heavy luggage.
Europcar company is offering car rental service at the airport. You can reach the city center in 15 minutes with the car you rent driving northwest on Modarres Boulevard.
You can always find a taxi at the airport. Since the oil prices are low in Iran, taxis are among the most preferred means of transportation. However, be careful about the fares and ask the driver to turn on the taximeter. If necessary, you can bargain with the driver. Under normal traffic conditions, it is possible to reach the city center in 15 minutes by taxi.
If you want to keep your transportation costs low and your luggage is not heavy, you can reach Shiraz city center in half an hour by getting on a bus from the stop one kilometer away from the airport.
Metro stop is located at a short walking distance at the airport exit. You can get to the city center in just 15 minutes.