Lahore Airport

Allama Iqbal International Airport (AIIA) in Lahore is Pakistan’s third busiest airport after Karachi and Islamabad. Formerly known as Lahore International Airport, it was renamed in honor of the renowned poet and philosopher, Allama Iqbal. It serves as a key hub for international travel, with various airlines offering flights from major global destinations, including the United States.

British Airways (BA)
The UK’s flagship carrier, British Airways, is one of the world’s top airlines in terms of revenue. A founding member of the Oneworld alliance, it operates over 277 aircraft and flies to 160+ global destinations, including several in the U.S.

Emirates (EK)
Based in Dubai, Emirates is the Middle East’s largest airline. With a fleet of around 300 aircraft, it connects over 150 cities across six continents, offering world-class service and global reach.

Etihad Airways (EY)
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, Etihad is the UAE’s second-largest airline. Its fleet of 113 aircraft serves over 75 destinations, transporting millions of passengers annually through Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Qatar Airways (QR)
Qatar Airways, based in Doha, operates daily flights to more than 150 destinations. With a state-of-the-art fleet and service, it is a major global carrier and flies out of Hamad International Airport.

Saudia (SV)
Also known as Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudia ranks among the Middle East’s top three airlines. Operating from its main hub in Jeddah, it also flies from Riyadh and Dammam, serving both domestic and international routes.

Turkish Airlines (TK)
Istanbul-based Turkish Airlines flies to more countries than any other airline in the world. With 336 aircraft, it connects travelers from a single hub to 122+ countries globally.

Virgin Atlantic (VS)
Founded in the UK, Virgin Atlantic now operates flights to 33 destinations worldwide. Known for its premium service, it has carried over 5 million passengers and continues expanding its international network.

Other Airlines Flying to Lahore

China Southern Airlines (CZ)
Headquartered in Guangzhou, China Southern is among the largest Asian carriers. It operates over 2,000 flights to more than 200 destinations around the world.

Thai Airways (TG)
Thailand’s national airline, Thai Airways, once operated the world’s longest nonstop flight. With a fleet of 80 aircraft, it connects Bangkok to 74 global cities.

Oman Air (WY)
Oman’s flag carrier flies to several international destinations including London, Dubai, and New Delhi. Known for competitive fares and comfort, it has seen steady growth since 1993.

SriLankan Airlines (UL)
The largest airline in Sri Lanka, SriLankan Airlines serves over 45 countries with a fleet of 27 aircraft. It joined the Oneworld alliance in 2014, expanding its global connectivity.

Gulf Air (GF)
Bahrain’s national airline, Gulf Air, is one of the oldest in the Middle East. It flies regularly across the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Africa. It is also known for sponsoring major events like the Bahrain Grand Prix.

Kuwait Airways (KU)
Kuwait Airways, established in 1954, operates flights to over 34 destinations across Europe, Asia, and North America. It is one of the oldest carriers in the Arab region.

Pakistan International Airlines (PK)
The country’s national flag carrier, PIA originated as Orient Airways before becoming Pakistan International Airlines. Operating from its hub in Karachi, it flies to 25 international and 18 domestic destinations with a fleet of 32 aircraft.

Flynas (XY)
Saudi Arabia’s first low-cost airline, Flynas is known for affordable fares and quality service. It operates 1,500+ weekly flights to 53 international and 35 domestic destinations with a fleet of 34 aircraft.

Air Arabia (G9)
As the Middle East’s first budget airline, Air Arabia operates from Sharjah and serves over 170 destinations. It has joint ventures in Jordan, Egypt, Morocco, and Nepal.

Airblue (PA)
Founded in 2003, Airblue is a private low-cost airline based in Islamabad. It offers both domestic and international flights, connecting Pakistan with destinations in the Middle East.