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Cheap flights from Leeds to New York from £185

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LBA — NYC
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
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Cheap flight deals from Leeds to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Leeds (LBA) to New York (NYC). 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 18 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£585

Round-trip from

£355
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Leeds/Bradford to New York (NYC)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Leeds to New York?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 21% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Leeds to New York?

Find a great deal and save up to 12% by booking at least 24 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Leeds to New York within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at £382.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Leeds to New York?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to New York. Flights to New York from Leeds in January are about £552 on average during January, but can be found for as low as £349.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Leeds to New York (LBA - NYC)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Leeds to New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap Virgin Atlantic flights from Leeds to New York

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Atlantic for the route between Leeds and New York. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Virgin Atlantic flights we've found from Leeds to New York. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Fri 30/810:05LBA - JFK
2 stops18h 12mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 7/909:59JFK - LBA
2 stops18h 31mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/4£657
Sat 1/610:05LBA - JFK
2 stops18h 06mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 14/609:55JFK - LBA
2 stops18h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/4£735

Cheap Air France flights from Leeds to New York

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between Leeds and New York. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Air France flights we've found from Leeds to New York. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 28/506:20LBA - JFK
1 stop14h 05mAir France
Wed 5/617:35JFK - LBA
1 stop10h 55mAir France
Deal found 17/4£520
Tue 28/506:20LBA - JFK
1 stop17h 50mAir France
Wed 5/617:35JFK - LBA
1 stop10h 55mAir France
Deal found 16/4£541
Thu 13/606:20LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 00mAir France
Wed 19/619:30JFK - LBA
1 stop16h 20mAir France
Deal found 16/4£565
Sun 12/506:20LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 05mAir France
Sun 19/519:30JFK - LBA
1 stop16h 20mAir France
Deal found 16/4£587
Sun 12/506:20LBA - JFK
1 stop11h 50mAir France
Sun 19/517:35JFK - LBA
1 stop18h 15mAir France
Deal found 16/4£588
Fri 30/806:20LBA - JFK
1 stop11h 50mAir France
Sat 7/917:35JFK - LBA
1 stop10h 55mAir France
Deal found 17/4£594
Sat 1/617:20LBA - JFK
1 stop24h 45mAir France
Fri 14/617:35JFK - LBA
1 stop23h 25mAir France
Deal found 17/4£669
Mon 12/806:20LBA - JFK
1 stop11h 50mAir France
Thu 22/821:15JFK - LBA
1 stop20h 20mAir France
Deal found 17/4£833
Mon 12/806:20LBA - JFK
1 stop11h 50mAir France
Thu 22/821:15JFK - LBA
1 stop14h 35mAir France
Deal found 16/4£835

Cheap Leeds to New York flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Leeds to New York specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Prices were last updated on 18 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Leeds to New York in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 28/510:05LBA - JFK
1 stop14h 05mAir France
Wed 5/616:30JFK - LBA
1 stop12h 00mAir France
Deal found 17/4£520
Mon 22/406:50LBA - JFK
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/400:30JFK - LBA
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£534
Tue 28/506:20LBA - JFK
1 stop11h 50mDelta
Wed 5/614:00JFK - LBA
2 stops14h 30mDelta
Deal found 17/4£557
Mon 22/413:45LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/418:20JFK - LBA
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£561
Tue 28/506:20LBA - JFK
2 stops15h 41mDelta
Wed 5/611:20JFK - LBA
2 stops17h 10mDelta
Deal found 17/4£562
Tue 28/510:05LBA - EWR
2 stops18h 19mDelta
Wed 5/613:47EWR - LBA
2 stops14h 43mDelta
Deal found 17/4£562
Tue 28/506:20LBA - LGA
2 stops18h 14mDelta
Wed 5/612:59LGA - LBA
2 stops15h 31mDelta
Deal found 17/4£562
Wed 29/506:20LBA - JFK
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/617:35JFK - LBA
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£565
Mon 22/413:45LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/400:30JFK - LBA
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£568

Leeds to New York 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Leeds and New York in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Leeds to New York in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 30/813:45LBA - EWR
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/923:00EWR - LBA
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£502
Tue 12/1106:10LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 25mAir France
Tue 19/1116:40JFK - LBA
1 stop11h 50mAir France
Deal found 17/4£505
Tue 28/510:05LBA - JFK
1 stop14h 05mAir France
Wed 5/616:30JFK - LBA
1 stop12h 00mAir France
Deal found 17/4£520
Mon 22/406:50LBA - JFK
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/400:30JFK - LBA
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£534
Fri 8/1106:10LBA - JFK
1 stop12h 15mAir France
Tue 12/1117:50JFK - LBA
1 stop10h 40mAir France
Deal found 17/4£535
Mon 23/910:05LBA - JFK
1 stop11h 40mDelta
Thu 26/918:30JFK - LBA
1 stop10h 00mDelta
Deal found 17/4£545
Tue 12/1106:10LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 25mDelta
Tue 19/1112:59JFK - LBA
2 stops15h 31mDelta
Deal found 17/4£550
Tue 12/1110:00LBA - EWR
2 stops17h 59mDelta
Tue 19/1113:00EWR - LBA
2 stops15h 30mDelta
Deal found 17/4£553
Tue 28/506:20LBA - JFK
1 stop11h 50mDelta
Wed 5/614:00JFK - LBA
2 stops14h 30mDelta
Deal found 17/4£557

Leeds to New York flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Leeds to New York for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Leeds to New York. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Mon 22/406:50LBA - JFK
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/400:30JFK - LBA
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£534
Mon 22/413:45LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/418:20JFK - LBA
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£561
Mon 22/413:45LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/400:30JFK - LBA
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£568
Mon 22/416:50LBA - JFK
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/400:30JFK - LBA
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£647
Mon 22/419:40LBA - JFK
1 stop28h 40mAer Lingus
Mon 29/416:55JFK - LBA
1 stop10h 20mAer Lingus
Deal found 17/4£650
Mon 22/406:50LBA - JFK
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/415:45JFK - LBA
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£686
Mon 22/406:50LBA - JFK
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/420:55JFK - LBA
3 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£784
Mon 22/416:50LBA - JFK
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/420:55JFK - LBA
3 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£899

One-way flights to New York from Leeds

Search for one-way flight options from Leeds to New York. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Leeds to New York. Users needing a return flight from Leeds to New York should utilize the search form above.
Mon 20/516:05LBA - JFK
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£185
Mon 20/512:05LBA - JFK
3 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£207
Mon 29/415:30LBA - JFK
3 stops59h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£210
Mon 20/508:00LBA - JFK
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£213
Mon 29/419:40LBA - JFK
2 stops56h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£239
Mon 20/519:45LBA - SWF
3 stops51h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£274
Mon 20/512:05LBA - EWR
3 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£275
Mon 20/512:05LBA - LGA
3 stops48h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£284
Mon 29/413:45LBA - JFK
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£305

Find flights from Leeds to New York within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Leeds to New York 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 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.

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Any airport

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Budget

£502 - £712

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Leeds/BradfordNewark

LBA - EWR

LBAEWR

Leeds/Bradford

Fri 30/8

1 stop13h 45m

Newark

Sat 7/9

1 stop13h 05m

£502

Leeds/BradfordNew York John F Kennedy Intl

LBA - JFK

LBAJFK

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 28/5

1 stop14h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

1 stop10h 55m

£520

Leeds/BradfordNew York John F Kennedy Intl

LBA - JFK

LBAJFK

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 28/5

1 stop17h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

1 stop10h 55m

£541

Leeds/BradfordNew York John F Kennedy Intl

LBA - JFK

LBAJFK

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 23/9

1 stop11h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/9

1 stop10h 00m

£545

Leeds/BradfordNew York John F Kennedy Intl

LBA - JFK

LBAJFK

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 28/5

1 stop11h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

2 stops17h 10m

£557

Leeds/BradfordNew York John F Kennedy Intl

LBA - JFK

LBAJFK

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 20/5

1 stop9h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/5

1 stop10h 20m

£615

Leeds/BradfordNew York John F Kennedy Intl

LBA - JFK

LBAJFK

Leeds/Bradford

Fri 30/8

2 stops18h 12m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/9

2 stops18h 31m

£657

Leeds/BradfordNew York John F Kennedy Intl

LBA - JFK

LBAJFK

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 1/5

1 stop9h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/5

1 stop10h 20m

£665

Leeds/BradfordNew York John F Kennedy Intl

LBA - JFK

LBAJFK

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 28/5

1 stop11h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/6

2 stops16h 00m

£712

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When is the best time to book a flight from Leeds to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Leeds to New York. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Leeds to New York, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Leeds to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Leeds to New York. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Leeds to New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to New York by month

Plan your trip from Leeds to New York by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Leeds to New York is currently £244 while a return flight costs £591. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to New York (average of £481). Flying from Leeds to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of £619). 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.

January

£397

February

£386

March

£406

April

£410

May

£441

June

£467

July

£497

August

£494

September

£431

October

£429

November

£399

December

£439

Temperature and rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

1 - 25 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 18 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Atlantic, Air France and Delta from Leeds to New York by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
8.1
Very Good
11,104 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

8.1
Very Good
11,104 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,104 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7.9
Good
1,646 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,104 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7.7
Good
749 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,104 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7.6
Good
1,830 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,104 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7.2
Good
1,358 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,104 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    Leeds/Bradford (LBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Leeds to New York. You should not have trouble finding flights to New York from Leeds/Bradford; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Leeds airport to New York. It is only a 6.5 mi journey to Leeds/Bradford (LBA) from Leeds’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Leeds to New York for under £600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Leeds to New York for under £600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £502, but on average you can expect to pay £574.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Leeds to New York for under £600?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Leeds to New York within the next 7 days for less than £600.

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

    Flying on Air France is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at £520. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Aer Lingus, with the lowest prices starting at £545 and £615, respectively. Air France is 5% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Leeds to New York one-way

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Aer Lingus, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £589 Delta flights start at £1,358 while deals on British Airways start at £1,360 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Leeds to New York?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Leeds to New York?

  • What does LBA to JFK mean?

    Great question - LBA to JFK just means Leeds/Bradford Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Newark Airport (EWR), New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New Windsor Stewart Airport (SWF), New York Skyports SPB Airport (NYS).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Leeds to New York that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Leeds to New York flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Leeds to New York with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Leeds to New York flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Leeds to New York?

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Leeds to New York that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Leeds to New York offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Leeds to New York?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Leeds to New York flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Leeds to New York flight deals updated?

    The Leeds to New York flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 17/4.

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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£428Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£448Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£544Average£711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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