Lahore to Gilgit flights
Gilgit lies 485 km (301 mi) north of Lahore, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 22 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lahore | Gilgit | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 13 million | 216,760 |
| Elevation | 216 m (709 ft) | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
| Nearest large airport | LHE, 6 km out | GIL, 2 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Lahore
Lahore is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,024-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (ATQ, 46 km).
Arriving in Gilgit
Gilgit is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gilgit Airport (GIL), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,400 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilgit Airport (regional) | GIL | 2 km (1 mi) | 5,400 ft | 4,796 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Gilgit from Lahore?
485 km (301 mi) in a straight line, north of Lahore.
How long does it take to get from Lahore to Gilgit by air?
About 1 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lahore and Gilgit?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lahore to Gilgit flights?
Typically Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Gilgit Airport (GIL).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.