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Allama Iqbal International Airport vs Antalya Airport
Detailed comparison of LHE and AYT on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) scores higher overall at 7.2/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 7.1/10.
1 main terminal (Old + New Hall) · 6M+ passengers/year
7.2/ 10
How good is Allama Iqbal International Airport?
Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) scores 7.2/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.0),
passenger experience (7.1), and facilities (7.5).
Lounge quality rates 7.3/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Lahore LHE scores 7.2/10 — Punjab VFR gateway. PIA from MAN; Gulf via DOH/DXB. Compare /airports/islamabad. See /guides/uk-pakistan-flights-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.2Very Good
On-time7.0Departure reliability
Experience7.1Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.5Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.3Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.0
Passenger Experience
7.1
Facilities & Comfort
7.5
Lounge score7.3/10
Highlights
UK–Punjab VFR hub — largest diaspora routing after Islamabad
PIA direct MAN–LHE; Qatar and Emirates one-stop competitive year-round
CIP Lounge and Priority Pass options — moderate capacity
e-Visa required — apply at visa.nadra.gov.pk before travel
Overview
Punjab's primary airport — PIA from Manchester and Heathrow plus dense Gulf hub connections for UK–Lahore VFR traffic.
UK routing
Peak VFR: summer holidays and Eid periods — book 4–6 months ahead. PIA direct saves connection time; QR/EK win on business class price.
Compare total journey to final city — Lahore vs Islamabad depends on family location in Punjab.
2 international terminals (T1, T2) · 35M+ passengers/year
7.1/ 10
How good is Antalya Airport?
Antalya Airport (AYT) scores 7.1/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.9),
passenger experience (7.0), and facilities (7.4).
Lounge quality rates 7.0/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Antalya AYT scores 7.1/10 — Turkish Riviera leisure hub. Jet2/TUI package base. e-Visa required. Compare /airports/istanbul for city routing. See /guides/antalya-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.1Very Good
On-time6.9Departure reliability
Experience7.0Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.4Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.0Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
6.9
Passenger Experience
7.0
Facilities & Comfort
7.4
Lounge score7.0/10
Highlights
UK's primary Turkey leisure airport — riviera resorts within 30–90 min transfer
Jet2 and TUI dominate package traffic; Turkish Airlines for full-service and Star Alliance
Compare AYT vs Istanbul (/airports/istanbul) — Antalya for beach; IST for city and Asia connections
e-Visa required for UK passport holders — apply before travel
Overview
Turkish Riviera gateway — Jet2, TUI, easyJet, and Turkish Airlines leisure schedules from across the UK for Antalya, Belek, and Side resorts.
UK package holiday traffic
Antalya is among the top 10 UK outbound leisure destinations by passenger volume. Pre-book transfers to Belek and Side — public transport limited.
Turkish Airlines offers IST connections for dual-city trips — allow 3+ hrs for domestic transfer.
FAQ
Which is better, Allama Iqbal International Airport or Antalya Airport?
Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) scores higher overall at 7.2/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 7.1/10.
Which has better lounges, LHE or AYT?
Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) scores higher for lounges at 7.3/10, versus Antalya Airport at 7.0/10.
Which airport is more on-time, LHE or AYT?
Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) has stronger on-time performance at 7.0/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 6.9/10.
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