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Flight deals from Colombo to Lahore

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Lahore.$848 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May, returning Fri, 16 May.Return flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Lahore.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Lahore on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $848, select.
Lahore.$1,013 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways and PIA.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Lahore.Inbound indirect flight with PIA, departs from Lahore on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,013, select.
Lahore.$1,039 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia and Fly Jinnah.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Lahore.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Jinnah, departs from Lahore on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,039, select.
Lahore.$1,042 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Lahore.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Lahore on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,042, select.
Lahore.$1,044 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Thu, 29 May.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Lahore.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Lahore on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,044, select.
Lahore.$1,047 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Lahore.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Lahore on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,047, select.
Lahore.$1,050 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Lahore.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Lahore on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,050, select.
Lahore.$1,053 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Lahore.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Lahore on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,053, select.

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Direct flights from Colombo to Lahore

Colombo to Lahore: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo to Lahore below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lahore.

Colombo to Lahore: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$848
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Lahore: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Lahore is $848. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Lahore.
SriLankan Airlines and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Colombo to Lahore.
As of May 2025, there are 24 flights per week flying from Colombo to Lahore.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Lahore is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Lahore Airport on Friday, 9 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lahore but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lahore is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): what you need to know

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) departing from here.

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 54 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport.

  • Allama Iqbal International Airport is located in Lahore. The city operates in the UTC+5 timezone and is 30 minutes behind Colombo.

  • The busiest route is from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE), with 7 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CMB to LHE is the 02:05 SriLankan Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 13:40 with SriLankan Airlines.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Colombo to LHE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

Airports in Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Nonstop flights from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) can be booked from here.

  • SriLankan Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport leaving from CMB.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Colombo to LHE. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Jinnah International Airport (KHI)

  • CMB is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

About Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)

Getting from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to central Lahore

  • Allama Iqbal International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Lahore. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)

  • $270 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport. Return flights start from $848. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Colombo to LHE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Colombo to LHE. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

The best time to fly from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)

  • July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Lahore, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.

  • Schedule your flight from Colombo to LHE for June if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lahore to range from 28ºC to 43ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Lahore

  • Start your Lahore trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Museum of Puppetry, Rasheed Park and Tariq garden mini zoo are highlights which should be on any good Lahore itinerary.

Complete your Lahore trip with a car rental

  • Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Colombo to Allama Iqbal International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Lahore. Browse the offers and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Colombo to Lahore

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