Lahore to Quetta flights
Quetta lies 718 km (446 mi) west 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 40 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 | Quetta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 13 million | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 216 m (709 ft) | 1,683 m (5,522 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
| Nearest large airport | LHE, 6 km out | UET, 10 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 Quetta
Quetta is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Quetta International Airport (UET), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 12,001-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quetta International Airport | UET | 10 km (6 mi) | 12,001 ft | 5,267 ft |
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Staying in Quetta
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Quetta. Of the 17 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (8), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 113 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Quetta from Lahore?
718 km (446 mi) in a straight line, west of Lahore.
How long does it take to get from Lahore to Quetta by air?
About 1 h 40 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 Quetta?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lahore to Quetta flights?
Typically Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Quetta International Airport (UET).
Where can I stay in Quetta?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Quetta, bookable on this site.
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.