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Cheap flights from Leeds to Istanbul from £222

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — IST
21 dic — 28 dic1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 novembre 2025.

mar 25/1109:45LBA - SAW
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar 2/1218:30SAW - LBA
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£229
ven 21/1107:45LBA - IST
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
ven 28/1110:10IST - LBA
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£239
ven 21/1107:45LBA - SAW
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
ven 28/1105:45SAW - LBA
2 stops16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£239
ven 21/1107:45LBA - SAW
2 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines
mer 26/1110:30SAW - LBA
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£245
ven 19/1211:15LBA - SAW
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
ven 26/1209:15SAW - LBA
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£249
mar 25/1109:30LBA - IST
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
mar 2/1219:20IST - LBA
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£252
ven 21/1107:45LBA - IST
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
mer 26/1113:50IST - LBA
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£253
dom 23/1108:00LBA - SAW
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
mer 26/1109:20SAW - LBA
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£274
sab 22/1108:30LBA - SAW
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
mer 26/1110:30SAW - LBA
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£291
dom 23/1107:35LBA - IST
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
mer 26/1110:40IST - LBA
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£303
ven 19/1207:00LBA - IST
2 stops11h 00mMultiple Airlines
ven 26/1210:10IST - LBA
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£316

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 novembre 2025.

Round-trip from

£222

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£257
4/1-11/1
  • 4/1-11/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Leeds to Istanbul
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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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Istanbul

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Return

Price

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

dom 4/1

08:00-09:30

2 stops22h 30m

Istanbul

dom 11/1

22:45-12:50

2 stops17h 05m

£222

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

ven 19/12

11:15-00:20

1 stop10h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

ven 26/12

09:15-21:40

1 stop15h 25m

£249

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

dom 4/1

06:10-16:55

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul

dom 11/1

17:55-16:45

1 stop25h 50m

£279

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

lun 12/1

06:05-16:55

1 stop7h 50m

Istanbul

gio 15/1

17:55-21:55

1 stop7h 00m

£288

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

lun 16/3

06:05-16:55

1 stop7h 50m

Istanbul

gio 19/3

17:55-21:55

1 stop7h 00m

£295

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

ven 19/12

07:00-21:00

2 stops11h 00m

Istanbul

ven 26/12

10:10-21:05

1 stop13h 55m

£316

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - IST

LBAIST

Leeds/Bradford

lun 16/3

06:05-16:55

1 stop7h 50m

Istanbul

gio 19/3

04:50-09:30

2 stops31h 40m

£379

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

lun 12/1

06:05-21:20

1 stop12h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

gio 15/1

12:55-16:45

1 stop6h 50m

£413

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

lun 16/3

06:05-21:20

1 stop12h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

gio 19/3

12:55-16:45

1 stop6h 50m

£420

LeedsIstanbul

LBA - SAW

LBASAW

Leeds/Bradford

mar 10/3

10:00-21:20

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

ven 13/3

12:55-09:30

1 stop23h 35m

£422

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul (average of £73). Flying from Leeds to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £166). 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 novembre 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 afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Leeds to Istanbul?

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 novembre 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Turkish Airlines, andeasyJet from Leeds to Istanbul. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,044 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,846 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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 3 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.

  • How long is the flight from Leeds to Istanbul?

    Airlines like KLM fly from Leeds to Istanbul in about 7h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Leeds and Istanbul are separated by a distance of 1643 mi.

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

    According to our current data, easyJet (£87), KLM (£203), and Turkish Airlines (£209) offers the cheapest pricing from Leeds to Istanbul. easyJet is currently priced 72% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Istanbul (average of £73). Flying from Leeds to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £166). 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 3 airlines flying from Leeds to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 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 novembre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
easyJetCheapest£87Average£163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapest£203Average£321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£209Average£320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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