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Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
Allama Iqbal International Airport is an international airport serving Lahore (Punjab), Pakistan. Its IATA code is LHE and its ICAO code is OPLA. It has 2 runways, the longest 3,360 m long.
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- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- LHE
- ICAO code
- OPLA
- City
- Lahore
- Region / province
- Punjab
- Country / territory
- Pakistan
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 31.5216° N, 74.4036° E
- Elevation
- 217 m (712 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Karachi (UTC+05:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 3,360 m (11,024 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 18L/36R | 3,360 m11,024 ft | Concrete |
| 18R/36L | 2,743 m9,000 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
3,823 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 15 min
Hanoi (HAN)
3,317 km
Direct flight: ≈ 4 h 40 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
4,033 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 30 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 121.300 MHz |
| ATIS | 126.300 MHz |
| Ground GND | 118.400 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Air freight to and from Allama Iqbal International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Lahore through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Pakistan
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sialkot International Airport | SKT | 113 km |
| Faisalabad International Airport | LYP | 135 km |
| Islamabad International Airport | ISB | 270 km |
| Multan International Airport | MUX | 320 km |
| Bacha Khan International Airport | PEW | 385 km |
| Skardu International Airport | KDU | 437 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Allama Iqbal International Airport?
The IATA code of Allama Iqbal International Airport is LHE and its ICAO code is OPLA. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Allama Iqbal International Airport located?
Allama Iqbal International Airport is in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan, at coordinates 31.5216° N, 74.4036° E and an elevation of 217 m (712 ft).
How far is Allama Iqbal International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 4,033 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 3,317 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 3,823 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 5 h 30 min.
How long is the runway at Allama Iqbal International Airport?
The longest runway at Allama Iqbal International Airport is 3,360 m (11,024 ft) long, with a concrete surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Allama Iqbal International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.