Located approximately 15 miles from the centre of the city, Allama Iqbal International Airport, formerly known as Lahore International Airport, is Pakistan’s second largest civil airport, serving destinations all over the world.
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You can find other famous sights like the Statue of Liberty, Times Square and The Empire State Building. The city is renowned for their world-class museums and art galleries, as well as world-class dining and shopping opportunities.
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Flying from Lahore
Located approximately 15 miles from the centre of the city, Allama Iqbal International Airport, formerly known as Lahore International Airport, is Pakistan’s second largest civil airport, serving destinations all over the world. This modern, efficient airport is customer-focused and passengers flying from Lahore with Qatar Airways will find that the service and efficiency of the staff is excellent. The aim is to make the start of your journey as pleasant as possible, and a combination of friendly, professional staff, good facilities and a comprehensive schedule to worldwide destinations for both business and leisure travellers makes Lahore an excellent starting point for any journey.
Transportation and parking
Buses and taxis run from the centre of Lahore into the airport, although if you are travelling with luggage it is advisable to ask your hotel concierge to arrange a taxi service for you. Traffic can be incredibly busy, so although the airport is relatively close to the city, allow extra time for your journey. Both short and long-term parking is available close to the terminal.
Arriving in Lahore
Passengers flying from Lahore with Qatar Airways depart from the main passenger terminal Departures area. There are 32 check-in desks and a recent upgrade has made the check-in process much smoother. However, because of the very tight security at the airport you should allow at least two hours before your flight is scheduled to depart to clear check in and security checks. There are a number of lounges available while you wait, including a VIP lounge for first class and business class passengers. The international Departures lounge has a capacity of up to 1,200 people so there is plenty of room to relax before your flight.
Facilities and amenities
The airport has a full range of facilities and amenities for passengers to make the start of their journey as pleasant as possible. There are additional lounge areas for passengers, as well as men’s and women’s prayer rooms for devotions. A selection of retail outlets provide a good choice of goods, accessories and locally produced souvenirs, as well as Duty Free shopping. Assistance for less able passengers is available. The food vendors offer a small but very high quality selection of light refreshments, snacks, tea and drinks, including one specialising in Pakistani sweets. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
Arriving in New York
New York has to be on almost everyone’s ‘Bucket List’ of places to visit, and flights to New York with Qatar Airways give you a unique opportunity to experience life in the Big Apple.
The ‘City that Never Sleeps’ is home to some of the most instantly-recognisable sights in the world, including the Statue of Liberty, the Chrysler Building, The Brooklyn Bridge and the Empire State Building. Fly to New York with Qatar Airways for the chance to see all of these for yourself.
Tourist Attractions
New York is one big tourist attraction. From Times Square and 5th Avenue, to Wall Street, Ellis Island, and Central Park - New York is packed with places to visit and sights to see.
The city is divided into five boroughs – Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island. The one attraction that everyone comes to New York to see has to be the Statue of Liberty.
Buy an Explorer Pass, which lets you visit up to seven attractions in a 30-day period, including the Museum of Modern Art, a Rockefeller Center Tour, and a trip to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
New York is famous for its museums and galleries, with the Metropolitan Museum of Art (known as the ‘Met’ – not to be confused with the baseball team!) at the top of everyone’s ‘must-see’ list.
Travel considerations
Flights to New York with Qatar Airways land at the iconic JFK (John F Kennedy) Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure.
Before you fly to New York please check the visa and passport requirements.
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From the moment you step on board until you reach {Destination}, the award-winning cabin crew will take care of your every need. Prepare to enjoy renowned hospitality as you relax in a spacious seat, and keep warm with a cosy blanket for the ultimate comfort. Explore local and international flavours when you indulge in fine cuisine prepared with only the freshest ingredients. Explore up to 6,000 entertainment options on Oryx One, including the latest movie releases, TV series, music and games.
From the moment you step on board until you reach {Destination}, the award-winning cabin crew will take care of your every need. Prepare to enjoy renowned hospitality as you relax in a spacious seat, and keep warm with a cosy blanket for the ultimate comfort. Explore local and international flavours when you indulge in fine cuisine prepared with only the freshest ingredients. Explore up to 6,000 entertainment options on Oryx One, including the latest movie releases, TV series, music and games.
