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Flight deals from Leeds Bradford to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 171 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.171 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Leeds Bradford on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.
Istanbul.197 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Leeds Bradford on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 197 €, select.
Istanbul.200 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Ryanair and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Leeds Bradford on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 200 €, select.
Istanbul.205 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Leeds Bradford on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 205 €, select.
Istanbul.247 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and TAROM.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Leeds Bradford on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with TAROM, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 247 €, select.
Istanbul.270 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and LOT.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Leeds Bradford on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 270 €, select.
Istanbul.273 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Leeds Bradford on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 273 €, select.
Istanbul.281 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Jet2 and TAROM.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Leeds Bradford on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with TAROM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 281 €, select.
Istanbul.282 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Leeds Bradford on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 282 €, select.
Istanbul.282 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Leeds Bradford on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 282 €, select.
Istanbul.282 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Leeds Bradford on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 282 €, select.
Istanbul.282 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Thu, 28 Jan.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Leeds Bradford on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 282 €, select.
Istanbul.282 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar, returning Fri, 2 Apr.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Leeds Bradford on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 282 €, select.
Istanbul.283 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Leeds Bradford on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 283 €, select.
Istanbul.283 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr, returning Wed, 14 Apr.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Leeds Bradford on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 283 €, select.
Istanbul.283 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Leeds Bradford on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From 283 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Leeds Bradford to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Leeds Bradford to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from 200 €
Jun
from 171 €
Jul
from 247 €
Aug
from 298 €
Sep
from 273 €
Oct
from 270 €
Nov
from 282 €
Dec
from 281 €
Jan
from 282 €
Feb
from 283 €
Mar
from 283 €
Apr
from 283 €

Leeds Bradford to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Leeds Bradford to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

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Leeds to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found171 €
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Leeds Bradford to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Leeds Bradford to Istanbul is 171 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Leeds Bradford to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from 171 €.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Leeds Bradford to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Leeds Bradford to Istanbul is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Leeds Bradford Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 9 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Leeds Bradford Airport and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Leeds.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LBA to IST flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LBA and IST include:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

    • Dubrovnik Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Right now, 88 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 171 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from LBA to IST, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LBA to IST.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Leeds Bradford International Airport, data shows 68.63% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Leeds Bradford International Airport from central Leeds, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to LBA? If you're boarding an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're arriving on a late Leeds Bradford International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near IST:

  • Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LBA to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Leeds to Istanbul

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