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Istanbul.170 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with SunExpress and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with SunExpress, departs from Leipzig on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From 170 €, select.
Istanbul.174 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Leipzig on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From 174 €, select.
Istanbul.180 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Leipzig on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From 180 €, select.
Istanbul.183 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with SunExpress and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with SunExpress, departs from Leipzig on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From 183 €, select.
Istanbul.191 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Leipzig on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From 191 €, select.
Istanbul.193 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec, returning Mon, 15 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Leipzig on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From 193 €, select.
Istanbul.195 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Leipzig on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From 195 €, select.
Istanbul.195 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Leipzig on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From 195 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Leipzig to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Leipzig to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from 170 €
Jun
from 174 €
Jul
from 269 €
Aug
from 247 €
Sep
from 202 €
Oct
from 245 €
Nov
from 191 €
Dec
from 193 €
Jan
from 196 €
Feb
from 322 €
Mar
from 195 €
Apr
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Leipzig to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found170 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Leipzig to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Leipzig to Istanbul is 170 €. 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.
2 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Leipzig to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Leipzig to Istanbul.
As of May 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Leipzig to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Leipzig to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Leipzig Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from 170 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Leipzig Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 57 minutes.
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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, SunExpress and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul is 3 hours.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Leipzig, where Leipzig/Halle Airport is located. Istanbul follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with six departures a week to pick from. You can travel from LEJ to IST at 10:40 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your LEJ to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your journey at LEJ and arrive at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Book your favourite seat with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from LEJ to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Leipzig, LEJ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to LEJ:

  • 77.68% of flights leaving from Leipzig/Halle Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Istanbul

  • 82 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket starts at 170 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book nine months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LEJ to Istanbul.

  • The best month for landing cheap Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from LEJ to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near IST:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from LEJ to Istanbul can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The centre of Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 55 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Following your LEJ to Istanbul flight, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Visit Istanbul during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LEJ to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Istanbul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Istanbul itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Leipzig to Istanbul

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