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Cheap flights from Leipzig (LEJ) to Istanbul (IST)

LEJ — IST
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Leipzig (LEJ) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$962 or less

Good one-way deal

$114 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Leipzig/Halle-Istanbul flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Leipzig/Halle to Istanbul.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Leipzig/Halle to Istanbul.
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Compare providers for flights from Leipzig to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Leipzig to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Leipzig-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Leipzig-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Leipzig-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Leipzig-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Leipzig-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Leipzig to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Leipzig to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport (average of $92). Flying from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $164). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LEJ to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Leipzig to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 63% on flights from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,090 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,090 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,090 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Leipzig to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Leipzig to Istanbul?

    Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Leipzig to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Leipzig/Halle; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Leipzig airport to Istanbul. It is only a 8.6 mi journey to Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) from Leipzig’s city center.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $166 on this airline. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport are Thai Airways (94%), Turkish Airlines (94%) and Chrono Aviation (30%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Leipzig to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Leipzig to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Leipzig to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Leipzig to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Leipzig to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Leipzig to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport (average of $92). Flying from Leipzig to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $164). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Leipzig to Istanbul

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Leipzig to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$166Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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