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Verdict

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) scores higher overall at 8.1/10 versus Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) at 7.2/10.

Score comparison

Metric Melbourne Tullamarine Airport Allama Iqbal International Airport
FlightLogic Score 8.1 7.2
On-Time Performance 8.0 7.0
Passenger Experience 8.1 7.1
Facilities & Comfort 8.3 7.5
Lounge Score 8.6 7.3
City Melbourne Lahore
Country Australia Pakistan
Terminals 4 terminals (T1 international, T2–T4 domestic) 1 main terminal (Old + New Hall)
Annual passengers 37M+ 6M+

Operational comparison

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

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

Detailed profiles

Melbourne, Australia · MEL · #1 in this comparison

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

4 terminals (T1 international, T2–T4 domestic) · 37M+ passengers/year

8.1 / 10

How good is Melbourne Tullamarine Airport?

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) scores 8.1/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.0), passenger experience (8.1), and facilities (8.3). Lounge quality rates 8.6/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Melbourne MEL scores 8.1/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.6/10. Qantas Business Lounge in Terminal 2 international is the premium benchmark. Allow 60+ minutes for arrival biosecurity. See /guides/melbourne-airport-lounge-guide and /reviews/qantas-first-lounge-sydney-review for Qantas ground product.

FlightLogic Score 8.1 Excellent
On-time 8.0 Departure reliability
Experience 8.1 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.3 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.6 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
8.0
Passenger Experience
8.1
Facilities & Comfort
8.3
Lounge score 8.6/10

Highlights

  • Terminal 2 international serves Qantas, Emirates, and oneworld partners
  • Qantas Business Lounge with Neil Perry-influenced dining — companion to Sydney First Lounge review
  • UK–Melbourne direct on Qantas and BA; common one-stop via Singapore or Doha
  • SkyBus to Melbourne CBD in 30–45 minutes

Overview

Australia's second international gateway — Qantas Business and First lounges in Terminal 2 international, strong oneworld hub for UK–Australia routings.

Terminal 2 international and Qantas lounges

Terminal 2 handles international departures for Qantas, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and oneworld partners. Qantas Business Lounge offers buffet and à la carte dining with Australian produce.

Domestic connections require terminal transfer (T2→T1/T3/T4) with re-security — plan 90+ minutes for domestic connections after international arrival.

Lahore, Pakistan · LHE · #2 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.

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FAQ

Which is better, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or Allama Iqbal International Airport?

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) scores higher overall at 8.1/10 versus Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) at 7.2/10.

Which has better lounges, MEL or LHE?

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) scores higher for lounges at 8.6/10, versus Allama Iqbal International Airport at 7.3/10.

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

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) has stronger on-time performance at 8.0/10 versus Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) at 7.0/10.