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Cheap flights from Leeds to Istanbul from £200

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — IST
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£200

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£276
17/3-22/3
  • 17/3-22/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 30m total
  • Leeds to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£11 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 21 February 2025.

Mon 17/307:45LBA - SAW
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/311:45SAW - LBA
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£200
Tue 1/413:45LBA - IST
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/410:15IST - LBA
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£215
Tue 25/206:10LBA - IST
1 stop7h 45mKLM
Tue 4/317:55IST - LBA
1 stop18h 35mKLM
Deal found 20/2£231
Mon 17/310:00LBA - IST
2 stops15h 10mAir France
Sat 22/305:10IST - LBA
2 stops19h 45mAir France
Deal found 20/2£457
Thu 27/306:10LBA - SAW
1 stop8h 15mKLM
Tue 15/414:40SAW - LBA
1 stop10h 10mKLM
Deal found 20/2£466
Mon 17/319:45LBA - SAW
2 stops40h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 22/315:50SAW - LBA
2 stops24h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2£677
Sun 16/313:25LBA - IST
2 stops8h 50mBritish Airways
Sat 22/318:25IST - LBA
2 stops21h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2£840
Thu 27/320:00LBA - SAW
2 stops44h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 15/413:35SAW - LBA
2 stops31h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2£1,765

Find flights from Leeds to Istanbul within your budget

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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Leeds

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 17/3

07:45-18:55

1 stop8h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 22/3

11:45-07:05

2 stops22h 20m

£200

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 1/4

13:45-22:25

1 stop6h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 6/4

10:15-08:25

1 stop24h 10m

£215

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 27/3

06:10-16:55

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 15/4

17:05-22:50

1 stop7h 45m

£258

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 17/3

10:00-04:10

2 stops15h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 22/3

05:10-21:55

2 stops19h 45m

£457

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 27/3

06:10-17:25

1 stop8h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 15/4

14:40-22:50

1 stop10h 10m

£466

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 17/3

19:45-14:45

2 stops40h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 22/3

15:50-12:55

2 stops24h 05m

£677

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 16/3

13:25-01:15

2 stops8h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 22/3

18:25-12:55

2 stops21h 30m

£840

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 27/3

20:00-19:05

2 stops44h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 15/4

13:35-19:10

2 stops31h 35m

£1,765

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Deals found on 20/2

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Travel insights for flights from Leeds to Istanbul

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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 14 February 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 21 February 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 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways and Air France from Leeds to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,449 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,762 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

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, KLM (£258), Air France (£457), and British Airways (£677) offers the cheapest pricing from Leeds to Istanbul. KLM is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£191Average£312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£213Average£337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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