Peshawar to Lahore direct flights start 9 November: 4 a week, 50 to 60 minutes
KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi says air links between the two cities are back from Iqbal Day, with South Airways flying four times a week. D.I. Khan, Dir, Chitral and Parachinar are being explored.
Direct flights between Peshawar and Lahore are due to begin on 9 November 2026, Iqbal Day, according to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi. ARY News reported his announcement on 7 November.
What has been announced
- Start date: 9 November 2026, the birth anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal.
- Route: Peshawar to Lahore, restored in collaboration with South Airways.
- Frequency: four flights a week to begin with.
- Flying time: between 50 minutes and one hour, as stated by the governor.
The governor described the move as restoring air connectivity between the two provincial capitals. The reports do not give the days of the week, departure times, fares or the aircraft type, so we have not listed any. Check with the airline or a booking agent before planning a trip.
What else is planned
Governor Kundi also said work is under way to explore air services from D.I. Khan, Dir, Chitral and Parachinar. These are only under study. No dates or operators have been named for them.
Why it matters for travellers
A flight of 50 minutes to an hour, as the governor described it, is far shorter than any road journey between the two cities, which makes it relevant for business travellers, students and families with relatives in the other city. Four flights a week is a modest start rather than a daily service, so travellers who need a particular day should confirm that a flight operates then before booking anything else around it.
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How this fits the wider picture
The announcement came from the governor rather than from the airline, and it was made two days before the start date. Until the operator publishes its schedule, treat 9 November as the announced launch date, not a confirmed booking window.
What to watch next
- The airline's own announcement of days, timings and fares.
- Whether the four-a-week schedule grows if seats fill.
- Any dates for the D.I. Khan, Dir, Chitral and Parachinar services the governor mentioned.
We will update this page once the airline publishes its timetable.
Frequently asked questions
- When do Peshawar to Lahore direct flights start?
- On 9 November 2026 (Iqbal Day), according to KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi.
- How many flights a week will there be?
- Four flights a week to begin with, operated in collaboration with South Airways, and the flight takes 50 minutes to one hour.
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