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Allama Iqbal International Airport vs East Midlands Airport

Detailed comparison of LHE and EMA on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.

Verdict

Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) scores higher overall at 7.2/10 versus East Midlands Airport (EMA) at 6.7/10.

Score comparison

Metric Allama Iqbal International Airport East Midlands Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.2 6.7
On-Time Performance 7.0 6.5
Passenger Experience 7.1 6.6
Facilities & Comfort 7.5 6.9
Lounge Score 7.3 6.4
City Lahore Derby
Country Pakistan United Kingdom
Terminals 1 main terminal (Old + New Hall) 1 terminal
Annual passengers 6M+ 4M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy LHE — Allama EMA — East
Rail / public transport ——
To city centre ——
Lounge day pass ——
Min. connection time ——
Primary hub carriers ——

Detailed profiles

Lahore, Pakistan · LHE · #1 in this comparison

Allama Iqbal International Airport

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.

FlightLogic Score 7.2 Very Good
On-time 7.0 Departure reliability
Experience 7.1 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.5 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.3 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic 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 score 7.3/10

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.

Derby, United Kingdom · EMA · #2 in this comparison

East Midlands Airport

1 terminal · 4M+ passengers/year

6.7 / 10

How good is East Midlands Airport?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) scores 6.7/10 (Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.5), passenger experience (6.6), and facilities (6.9). Lounge quality rates 6.4/10. See full airport guide →

In short

East Midlands EMA scores 6.7/10 — Nottingham/Derby/Leicester gateway. Ryanair and Jet2 hub. Aspire Lounge for Priority Pass. Bus and rail via East Midlands Parkway. UK261 applies.

FlightLogic Score 6.7 Good
On-time 6.5 Departure reliability
Experience 6.6 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 6.9 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 6.4 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic 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
6.5
Passenger Experience
6.6
Facilities & Comfort
6.9
Lounge score 6.4/10

Highlights

  • Serves Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, and Lincolnshire without Birmingham or East Coast rail positioning
  • Ryanair and Jet2 base — dense Europe and Mediterranean leisure network
  • Aspire Lounge accepts Priority Pass — limited hours; pre-book recommended
  • UK261 on all UK departures; compare /airports/birmingham for Emirates long-haul

Overview

Midlands cargo and leisure airport between Nottingham, Derby, and Leicester — Ryanair, Jet2, and TUI with strong DHL freight operations.

Midlands positioning

EMA sits between the M1 and A50 with bus links to Nottingham and Derby. East Midlands Parkway rail station is a short bus ride — useful for London St Pancras connections via LNER.

For long-haul, Birmingham (7.2/10) offers daily Emirates to Dubai; EMA is short-haul focused.

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FAQ

Which is better, Allama Iqbal International Airport or East Midlands Airport?

Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) scores higher overall at 7.2/10 versus East Midlands Airport (EMA) at 6.7/10.

Which has better lounges, LHE or EMA?

Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) scores higher for lounges at 7.3/10, versus East Midlands Airport at 6.4/10.

Which airport is more on-time, LHE or EMA?

Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) has stronger on-time performance at 7.0/10 versus East Midlands Airport (EMA) at 6.5/10.