Popular Airport | Anuradhapura Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 3 hour 20 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 2661 Km |
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Transportation to Airport from Lahore City Center
Allama Iqbal Intl Airport
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.
Car Rental
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
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.
Bus
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.
Airport Information
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.
Transportation to Anuradhapura City Center from Airport
Anuradhapura Airport
There are several alternatives that provide transportation between Anuradhapura city center and the airport. You can reach the city center from the airport by choosing any of the means of transportation such as taxi, motorcycle taxi and bus.
Car Rental
There are a few car rental companies offering service at the airport. You can travel to the city center by renting a car at the airport. Before arriving the city, you can make a reservation by contacting one of the car rental companies or get help from your hotel about this issue.
Motorcycle Taxi
Motorcycle taxis provide transportation to the city center by departing from the bus terminal located outside the airport. The fares of motorcycle taxis are very affordable especially for passengers who don’t have much luggage.
Bus
Red colored buses that you can find in the airport terminal reach Anuradhapura city center within 30-35 minutes. Airport buses are one of the most preferred means of transportation for travelling to the city center from the airport. The bus ticket prices are budget-friendly and it is easy to get to the city center by using these buses since they operate every 20 minutes.
Hotel Shuttle
You can travel to the city center from the airport by using the hotel shuttles providing transportation between the hotel and airport. You can get information about these shuttles by contacting your hotel and make a reservation in advance. The amount you need to pay may increase depending on the number of luggage and passenger.