- Must visit
Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
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Popular flights to and from Leeds
Popular flights to Leeds
Dublin to Leeds flight
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0h59 average duration
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- Ryanair
- Buzz
- Aer Lingus
Málaga to Leeds flight
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3h00 average duration
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- Ryanair
Belfast to Leeds flight
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0h55 average duration
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- Aer Lingus
- easyJet
Paris to Leeds flight
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Direct flights available
1h30 average duration
31flights per day
Served by
- KLM Cityhopper
- Jet2.com
- KLM
- Air France
- Ryanair
- easyJet
Amsterdam to Leeds flight
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1h05 average duration
3flights per day
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- Ryanair
- easyJet
- Eastern Airways
- Buzz
- KLM Cityhopper
Popular flights from Leeds
Leeds to Dublin flight
from kr238
Direct flights available
1h00 average duration
3flights per day
Served by
- Buzz
- Ryanair
- Aer Lingus
Leeds to Paris flight
from kr496
Direct flights available
1h30 average duration
32flights per day
Served by
- KLM Cityhopper
- Jet2.com
- Air France
- Ryanair
- easyJet
Flights to Leeds: Overview
Leeds Bradford Airport is less than 12 miles from the city of Leeds. It is well connected to the city of via bus and other public transport including cab. Car hire is also an option for those who prefer. Flights to Leeds connect the city to domestic destinations such as Dublin, London, Aberdeen, Glasgow, and Belfast, while major European destinations include Paris, Vienna, Rome, Munich, Amsterdam, and Barcelona. There are flights to and from New York as well. Besides this airport, the closest international airport is at Manchester, 43.5 miles away.
Flights to Leeds from the UK: Airlines & Departure Airports
Who flies to Leeds from the UK? British Airways and Flybe are the two main airlines that fly from within the UK to Leeds. Eastern Airways also provide flights from Aberdeen.
Which airports have direct flights to Leeds? London Heathrow has direct British Airways flights to Leeds. Glasgow airport has direct flights to Leeds courtesy of Flybe. The main airport in Leeds is Leeds-Bradford Airport which all airlines departing from inside the UK arrive at.
How far in advance to book flights to Leeds? The best time to book flights to Leeds in advance is about 2 months before your ideal date of departure.
What are the cheapest and most expensive months to book Leeds flights? The cheapest time to book flights to Leeds Bradford is in July. The most expensive month for flights to Leeds is December.
What are the cheapest airlines for flights to Leeds? From elsewhere in the UK Flybe or British Airways are normally the cheapest airlines to fly to Leeds with.
What are the main airports in Leeds? The main airport for flights to Leeds is Leeds Bradford International Airport.
How to get from Leeds Airport to the city centre? Regular bus services depart the airport for the bus stations in the centre of Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate. Leeds is approximately 8 miles away to the Southeast of the airport.
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Things to do in Leeds
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- Must visit
Thackray Museum of Medicine
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
- Must visit
Leeds Art Gallery
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
- Must visit
Briggate
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
- Must visit
Roundhay Park
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
- Recommended
Leeds Dock
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Pudding
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
Pork Sausage
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Tea Loaf
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
The Ox Club
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Bundobust Leeds
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
The Man Behind the Curtain
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4.20 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5
To the city center
Leeds Bradford Airport -> Leeds City Bus Station
- Distance
- 13 km
- Travel time
- 40 min
- Contactless card payment is widely accepted on Leeds buses, including First Bus and Flyer services.
- Use MCard or operator apps to check the best value ticket before travel, as day and multi-operator fares vary by operator and zone.
airport information
Airports in Leeds
Check where to Leeds flights depart and arrive, plus the main airport details for this route.
Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)Whitehouse Lane, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7TU, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeds Bradford International Airport from Leeds city centre
Leeds Bradford International Airport is 1 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA1, Flyer · 25m · every ~3 min
A1, Flyer · 35m · every ~3 min
Leeds Bradford International Airport airport facilities and services
Leeds Bradford International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the check-in and arrivals areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds Bradford International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds Bradford International Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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