| Popular Airport | Magnitogorsk Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 3 hour 20 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 2719 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.
No public transportation is available at Magnitogorsk Airport because the airport is 19 kilometers away from the city center. For this reason, you need to choose from the taxi, transfer services and car rental options for transportation to the city center. You can get to Magnitogorsk city center in maximum 30 minutes by taking the advantage of any of these options.
The easiest way to get to the city center from Magnitogorsk Airport is to take a taxi right outside of the airport terminal. It is a good idea to take advantage of airport taxis if you are planning to travel both comfortably and economically. Among other most reliable taxi companies are SV Taxi (+73519281000) and 100 Dorog (+79028923427). It is possible to reach Magnitogorsk city center in 30 minutes by paying about 400-480 Rubles.
Although there are fewer car rental companies at Magnitogorsk Airport compared to the city center, you can absolutely find an affordable car from local and international companies. You can easily reach the city center in 20 or 25 minutes by the car you can rent from Magnitogorsk Airport.
