Airport Name
Leeds Bradford International Airport
Airport Location
The airport is situated 7 miles northwest of Leeds.
Terminals
1
IATA Code
LBA
Telephone
+44 871 288 2288
Airport Overview
Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) is situated 7 miles northwest of Leeds. It serves passengers within Yorkshire and surrounding areas, mostly to sunspot destinations in Europe, Greece and Spain.
Leeds Bradford International has often been criticized by passengers as congested and chaotic. There are long-term plans to renovate the airport though. Future travelers can look forward to a major expansion of the landside face of the terminal, as well as the installation of new check-in and security screening facilities. Both promise to increase the terminal’s handling capacity and speed up passenger circulation.
Leeds Bradford’s elevated position makes it vulnerable to adverse weather conditions. If you have a bit of time between flights there is plenty to do such as shopping or enjoying a snack.
Terminal Transfer
Leeds Bradford comprises one terminal building; gates are in close proximity to each other.
Getting into Town
Train: The closest train station is Leeds Station, which is located 2.4 miles away from Leeds Bradford and can be reached by taxi.
Taxi: A trip to the city center will take approximately 20 minutes. Arrow Private Hire have an office just outside the terminal where you can book and pay for your taxi, and you can even do so online before you get to the airport.
Bus: The No. 757 bus runs between Leeds Bradford and Leeds every half hour during peak times, and every hour outside of peak times.
Car Parking
Both short and long-term parking is available.
Information Desks
An information desk is located in the departures area, alongside the check-in area.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: ATMs and currency exchange.
Luggage: Leeds Bradford has a lost property office; details regarding lost items may be given at the information desk in Hall A.
Conference and business: A boardroom on the first floor of arrivals can accommodate up to 150 people. Members of the Yorkshire Club are entitled to access the Yorkshire Premier Lounge, where they may enjoy free Wi-Fi and a host of multimedia facilities, as well as an endless supply of snacks and refreshments.
Shopping: Alpha Airport Shopping and World Duty-Free stock more than 17,000 products ranging from cosmetics, confectionery, fragrances and fashion accessories to souvenirs, cigars and alcohol. WH Smith sells a wide selection of novels and magazines, while Superdrug provides all those last-minute travel accessories, including toiletries and medication.
Food and drink: Restaurants at Leeds Bradford include the ever-popular Cafe Ritazza and Burger King. Convenience foods can be bought at Food Village and drinks and refreshments at Yate’s Bar, Danby Bar and Cafe Bar. Leeds Bradford’s website often features coupons that may be redeemed at the outlets.
Other facilities: Other facilities at Leeds Bradford include a chapel, children’s play area and a mother-and-baby room.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal.
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