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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Leipzig? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Leipzig.ج.م.‏ 4,352 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,352, select.
Leipzig.ج.م.‏ 4,465 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,465, select.
Leipzig.ج.م.‏ 4,747 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,747, select.
Leipzig.ج.م.‏ 5,274 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,274, select.
Leipzig.ج.م.‏ 5,466 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,466, select.
Leipzig.ج.م.‏ 5,514 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,514, select.
Leipzig.ج.م.‏ 5,764 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 5,764, select.
Leipzig.ج.م.‏ 6,799 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 6,799, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Leipzig

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Leipzig flights are currently cheapest in September.
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 4,352
Oct
from ج.م.‏ 4,465
Nov
from ج.م.‏ 5,466
Dec
from ج.م.‏ 4,747
Jan
from ج.م.‏ 5,514
Feb
from ج.م.‏ 6,807
Mar
from ج.م.‏ 6,799
Apr
from ج.م.‏ 8,458
May
from ج.م.‏ 7,055
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Direct flights from Istanbul to Leipzig

Istanbul to Leipzig: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Leipzig below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Leipzig.

Istanbul to Leipzig: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 4,352
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Leipzig: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Leipzig is ج.م.‏ 8,623. 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.
2 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Leipzig.
Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Leipzig.
As of September 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Leipzig.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Leipzig is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Leipzig Airport on Thursday, 6 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 57 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.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Leipzig.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport.

  • Leipzig is two hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Flights from IST to LEJ start at 07:45 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:05 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are seven weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your IST to LEJ flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Leipzig (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IST and LEJ:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight is ج.م.‏ 4,352. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ج.م.‏ 8,623. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to LEJ.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Picking up cheap flights from IST to LEJ is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near IST:

Arriving at Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LEJ instead:

  • Grab a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car and discover Leipzig and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Leipzig/Halle Airport about one week before you travel.

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

  • Leipzig/Halle Airport to central Leipzig has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Leipzig based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Leipzig, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from IST to LEJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.

Explore more of Germany

  • Leipzig is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. Around 153 kilometres north-east of Leipzig, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig. No journey is complete without a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

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