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Cheap flights from Leeds to Istanbul Airport from £145

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — IST
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Leeds to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Leeds (LBA) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£174

One-way from

£145

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£206
19/5-26/5
  • 19/5-26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 10m total
  • Leeds to Istanbul
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11/9
  • 11/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 50m total
  • Leeds to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (£73 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Leeds to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Leeds to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 19/516:05LBA - IST
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/504:35IST - LBA
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3£174
Tue 1/417:25LBA - IST
1 stop20h 55mKLM
Sat 5/417:05IST - LBA
1 stop18h 25mKLM
Deal found 24/3£404
Tue 1/417:25LBA - IST
2 stops8h 00mAir France
Sat 5/404:20IST - LBA
2 stops14h 35mAir France
Deal found 24/3£509
Sun 26/1013:25LBA - IST
2 stops8h 50mBritish Airways
Fri 31/1008:10IST - LBA
2 stops14h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3£681

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Leeds to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Leeds to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Leeds

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Istanbul

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Depart

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Price

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 19/5

16:05-08:30

1 stop14h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 26/5

04:35-07:20

2 stops28h 45m

£174

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 11/9

15:35-09:25

1 stop15h 50m

£145

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 11/9

17:25-03:25

2 stops8h 00m

£217

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Sat 19/4

16:10-00:55

2 stops30h 45m

£322

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Deals found on 25/3

Best time to book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Leeds to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Leeds to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Leeds to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Leeds to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LBA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Leeds to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Leeds to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,712 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SGN - CDG

Staff attentive, would have liked a covering on the seats for sleeping (as Vietnam airways did - and others) ‘duvet’ cover very light- needed but heavier. Food not great, scallop did not smell right, chicken over cooked.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Leeds to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Leeds to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Leeds, you will be flying from Leeds/Bradford, which is the city’s only airport. Leeds/Bradford (LBA) is located 6.5 mi from the center of Leeds. There are 0 flights from Leeds/Bradford to Istanbul per day from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Leeds to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Leeds to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Leeds to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Leeds to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Leeds to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Leeds to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Leeds to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Leeds to Istanbul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Leeds to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£187Average£262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£213Average£330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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