Flying from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul three hours ahead of Leeds.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LBA to SAW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LBA and SAW:
Vienna International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
At the moment, 89 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 203 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LBA to SAW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LBA to SAW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
Of all flights departing from Leeds Bradford International Airport, 68.63% land on time at their destination.
Leeds Bradford International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Leeds. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LBA? If you're catching an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAW if you're catching a late Leeds Bradford International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent to explore Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LBA to SAW in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.