Travelling from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): what you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
3 hours is the average journey time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport.
The timezone in Leipzig is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Leipzig/Halle Airport is located in Leipzig.
With 7 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from IST to LEJ is with Turkish Airlines at 17:05.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Istanbul to LEJ. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) depart from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport taking off from IST.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to LEJ. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)? Browse the fares departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LEJ:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 57 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to LEJ? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LEJ instead:
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport to the centre of Leipzig takes about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 29 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
R 1,385 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Return flights start from R 3,410. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 7 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Istanbul to LEJ.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Leipzig, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Leipzig. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to LEJ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Leipzig
Start your Leipzig trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. St. Thomas Church (Thomaskirche), Leipzig Zoo (Zoologischer Garten Leipzig) and Bach Museum are must-do's during your Leipzig adventure.
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