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Cheap flights from Leeds to Istanbul from £124

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
31 Mar — 7 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 (TR5). 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 26 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£174

One-way from

£124

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£206
5/5-9/5
  • 5/5-9/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 85h 25m total
  • Leeds to Istanbul
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11/9
  • 11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 20m 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. 6% 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 26 March 2025.

Mon 5/508:45LBA - IST
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/504:35IST - LBA
2 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£174
Tue 13/511:10LBA - SAW
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/511:30SAW - LBA
2 stops12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3£224
Wed 14/510:05LBA - IST
2 stops15h 20mAir France
Sun 18/504:20IST - LBA
2 stops14h 35mAir France
Deal found 26/3£364
Wed 14/506:20LBA - IST
1 stop8h 00mKLM
Sat 17/517:05IST - LBA
1 stop18h 25mKLM
Deal found 26/3£441
Wed 14/510:05LBA - SAW
1 stop9h 00mKLM
Sun 18/508:50SAW - LBA
1 stop10h 05mKLM
Deal found 26/3£471
Mon 9/608:30LBA - IST
2 stops13h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 13/620:25IST - LBA
2 stops21h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/3£603
Wed 14/508:45LBA - SAW
2 stops49h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 19/520:05SAW - LBA
2 stops25h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/3£1,843

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Leeds to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Leeds

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 5/5

08:45-03:50

2 stops41h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 9/5

04:35-22:55

2 stops44h 20m

£174

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 13/5

11:10-20:40

1 stop7h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 19/5

11:30-22:00

2 stops12h 30m

£224

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 14/5

10:05-03:25

2 stops15h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 18/5

04:20-16:55

2 stops14h 35m

£364

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 14/5

06:20-16:20

1 stop8h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 17/5

17:05-09:30

1 stop18h 25m

£441

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 14/5

10:05-21:05

1 stop9h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 18/5

08:50-16:55

1 stop10h 05m

£471

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 9/6

08:30-00:25

2 stops13h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 13/6

20:25-15:40

2 stops21h 15m

£603

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 14/5

08:45-12:10

2 stops49h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 19/5

20:05-19:10

2 stops25h 05m

£1,843

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 11/9

11:25-00:45

2 stops11h 20m

£124

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

£216

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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

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

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 best time to book flights from Leeds to Istanbul is 70 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Leeds to Istanbul 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 26 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Leeds to Istanbul 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 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 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, 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 26 March 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,712 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

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?

    Leeds/Bradford (LBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Leeds/Bradford; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Leeds airport to Istanbul. It is only a 6.5 mi journey to Leeds/Bradford (LBA) from Leeds’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Leeds to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air France (£364), KLM (£441), and British Airways (£603) offers the cheapest pricing from Leeds to Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Leeds to Istanbul one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air France, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £216. However, be on the lookout for offers from British Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Leeds to Istanbul for a low price.

  • 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Leeds to Istanbul 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 26 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£187Average£262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£213Average£329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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