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Leipzig.$276 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Leipzig.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Leipzig on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $276, select.
Leipzig.$327 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Leipzig.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Leipzig on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $327, select.
Leipzig.$329 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Leipzig.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Leipzig on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $329, select.
Leipzig.$333 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Leipzig.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Leipzig on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.
Leipzig.$340 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Leipzig.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Leipzig on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.
Leipzig.$364 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Leipzig.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Leipzig on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $364, select.
Leipzig.$429 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Fri, 29 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Leipzig.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Leipzig on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $429, select.
Leipzig.$439 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Leipzig.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Leipzig on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $439, select.

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Istanbul to Leipzig: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Leipzig: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$276
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time3 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Leipzig: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Leipzig is $276. 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.
3 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Leipzig.
Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Leipzig.
As of August 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Leipzig.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Leipzig is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Leipzig Airport on Monday, 1 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 38 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 Leipzig 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 Leipzig is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Leipzig is Turkish Airlines .

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

  • There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ).

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

  • Leipzig is two hours behind Istanbul. Leipzig/Halle Airport is located in Leipzig, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Choose from 6 direct services every week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ). This is the most popular route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 7:50am departure from IST to LEJ.

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

  • With more travellers during high season, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) can be booked from here.

  • You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport with Turkish Airlines. This top airline operates departures from IST.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines between IST and LEJ.

  • We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Istanbul to LEJ with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IST and LEJ include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)

  • IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LEJ:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Antalya Airport (AYT)

  • SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to LEJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

About Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LEJ instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and chase adventure across Leipzig and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight can help you score a better rate.

Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig

  • The centre of Leipzig is about 13 kilometres from Leipzig/Halle Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.

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

  • $121 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Return flights start at $276. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • Book 11 months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to LEJ.

  • April is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on an Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap flight ticket from Istanbul to LEJ is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ). July is the busiest month to visit Leipzig. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in February.

  • The warmest month in Leipzig is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Istanbul to LEJ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Leipzig

  • Start your Leipzig trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Leipzig/Halle Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • There are plenty of exciting things to do in Leipzig when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Holocaust Memorial followed by Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Leipzig. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.

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