- Must visit
Museum der bildenden Künste
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Flights from London to Leipzig depart on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:36, the last at 22:20. The fastest flight covers the 866 km distance in 1h 45m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 866 km |
Average flight duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Flights per day 15 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 45m |
First flight 5:36 |
Last flight 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£101
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£282
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
2 h 33 m
Flights on 04 Sept
82
Distance
866 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Leipzig will cost around £282 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £101.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 82 flights from London to Leipzig, including 3 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 866 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
21884 · ICE 601+
EC8623
21876 · ICE 691+
EC8623
18517 · ICE 1205+
EC8623
U28629+
21876 · ICE 691
U28629+
18517 · ICE 1205
FR 176
FR 147
RK 145
LH5659+
LH158
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LH158Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £80 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £80, while a train costs an average of £160.
Distance: 866 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 24m Average total duration 19h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 51m Average total duration 10h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Leipzig:
A coach is £4 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Leipzig costing on average £84.
A coach is £80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Leipzig costing on average £160.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 21m.
Coach takes on average 19h 54m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Leipzig flights for today, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH5657+ LH156 | 9:15 London City Airport | 7h55 | 18:10 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
LX461 · LX968+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 9:15 London City Airport | 10h27 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LX461+ LX966+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 9:15 London City Airport | 9h31 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LX461 · LX968+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 9:15 London City Airport | 9h31 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL982+ KL1779+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 9:20 London City Airport | 10h22 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL982+ KL1779+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 9:20 London City Airport | 9h26 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL982+ KL1779+ 21918 · ICE 1105 | 9:20 London City Airport | 9h55 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
LX431+ LX968+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 9:25 London Gatwick Airport | 10h17 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH901 · LH156 | 9:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h40 | 18:10 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
KL1004 · KL1779+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 9h47 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL1004 · KL1779+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 8h51 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL1004 · KL1779+ 21918 · ICE 1105 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 9h20 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
KL984 · KL1779+ 21918 · ICE 1105 | 10:00 London City Airport | 9h15 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
KL984 · KL1779+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 10:00 London City Airport | 9h42 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL984 · KL1779+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 10:00 London City Airport | 8h46 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
21916 · ICE 605+ BA7027 | 10:00 London City Airport | 8h46 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
21924 · ICE 697+ BA7027 | 10:00 London City Airport | 9h42 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
21884 · ICE 601+ BA7027 | 10:00 London City Airport | 4h46 | 15:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
DE4122 · DE4087+ 21918 · ICE 1105 | 10:20 London Gatwick Airport | 8h55 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
DE4122 · DE4087+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 10:20 London Gatwick Airport | 9h22 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
DE4122 · DE4087+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 10:20 London Gatwick Airport | 8h26 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH2473+ LH4066+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 10:50 London Heathrow Airport | 8h52 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH2473+ LH4066+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 10:50 London Heathrow Airport | 7h56 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH2473+ LH4066+ 21918 · ICE 1105 | 10:50 London Heathrow Airport | 8h25 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
BA990+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 11:10 London Heathrow Airport | 7h36 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
BA990+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 11:10 London Heathrow Airport | 8h32 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
BA990+ 21918 · ICE 1105 · IC 2433 | 11:10 London Heathrow Airport | 8h05 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
AF1581 · AF1834+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 8h12 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH4227+ LH192+ 21918 · ICE 1105 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h45 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
LH4227+ LH192+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 8h12 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH4227+ LH156 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h40 | 18:10 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
KL1006 · KL1779+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 7h01 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL1006 · KL1779+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 7h57 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL1006 · KL1779+ 21918 · ICE 1105 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 7h30 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
EW473 · EW8055+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 12:00 London Gatwick Airport | 7h42 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
OS334 · OS285 | 12:20 London Heathrow Airport | 5h30 | 18:50 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
OS334 · OS233+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 12:20 London Heathrow Airport | 7h22 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
FR 176 | 13:15 London Stansted Airport | 1h45 | 16:00 Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
21924 · ICE 697+ BA8493 | 13:25 London City Airport | 6h17 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
21916 · ICE 605+ BA8493 | 13:25 London City Airport | 5h21 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
21918 · ICE 1105 · IC 2433+ BA8493 | 13:25 London City Airport | 5h50 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH909 · LH158 | 15:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h45 | 23:15 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
LH915 · LH158 | 17:30 London Heathrow Airport | 4h45 | 23:15 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
FR 145 | 18:05 London Stansted Airport | 1h45 | 20:50 Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH4231+ LH158 | 18:30 London Heathrow Airport | 3h45 | 23:15 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
LH5659+ LH158 | 18:30 London City Airport | 3h45 | 23:15 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
| Friday 4 September | |||||
AF1381 · AF1234+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 12h31 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
AF1381 · AF1234+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 13h27 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
AF1381 · AF1734+ 18517 · ICE 1205 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 7h58 | 15:13 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
AF1381 · AF1234+ 21918 · ICE 1105 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 13h00 | 20:15 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
U28629+ 18517 · ICE 1205 | 6:40 London Gatwick Airport | 7h33 | 15:13 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
U28629+ 21876 · ICE 691 | 6:40 London Gatwick Airport | 7h02 | 14:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
U28629+ 21884 · ICE 601 | 6:40 London Gatwick Airport | 8h06 | 15:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
LH2483 · LH1926+ 21884 · ICE 601 | 6:55 London Heathrow Airport | 7h51 | 15:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH2483 · LH1926+ 18517 · ICE 1205 | 6:55 London Heathrow Airport | 7h18 | 15:13 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH2483 · LH1926+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 6:55 London Heathrow Airport | 12h47 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH2483 · LH1926+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 6:55 London Heathrow Airport | 11h51 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
BA986+ 18517 · ICE 1205 | 7:25 London Heathrow Airport | 6h48 | 15:13 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
BA986+ 21876 · ICE 691 | 7:25 London Heathrow Airport | 6h17 | 14:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
BA986+ 21884 · ICE 601 | 7:25 London Heathrow Airport | 7h21 | 15:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
LH923 · LH184+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 7:30 London Heathrow Airport | 12h12 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH923 · LH184+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 7:30 London Heathrow Airport | 11h16 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH923 · LH186+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 7:30 London Heathrow Airport | 12h12 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH923 · LH186+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 7:30 London Heathrow Airport | 11h16 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
EW9463 · EW8045+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 8:05 London Heathrow Airport | 11h37 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
21876 · ICE 691+ BA8491 | 8:25 London City Airport | 5h17 | 14:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
21884 · ICE 601+ BA8491 | 8:25 London City Airport | 6h21 | 15:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
18517 · ICE 1205+ BA8491 | 8:25 London City Airport | 5h48 | 15:13 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
LH4235+ LH156 | 8:30 London Heathrow Airport | 8h30 | 18:00 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
LH4235+ LH186+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 8:30 London Heathrow Airport | 10h16 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL1002 · KL1779+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 11h02 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LX317 · LX966+ 21916 · ICE 605 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 10h06 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
LX317 · LX966+ 21924 · ICE 697 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 11h02 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL1002+ 21916 · ICE 605+ KL1777 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 10h06 | 19:46 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
KL1002+ 21924 · ICE 697+ KL1777 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 11h02 | 20:42 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
21884 · ICE 601+ EC8623 | 8:45 London Gatwick Airport | 6h01 | 15:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
21876 · ICE 691+ EC8623 | 8:45 London Gatwick Airport | 4h57 | 14:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
18517 · ICE 1205+ EC8623 | 8:45 London Gatwick Airport | 5h28 | 15:13 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
21876 · ICE 691+ U28623 | 8:45 London Gatwick Airport | 4h57 | 14:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
21884 · ICE 601+ U28623 | 8:45 London Gatwick Airport | 6h01 | 15:46 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
18517 · ICE 1205+ U28623 | 8:45 London Gatwick Airport | 5h28 | 15:13 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
FR 176 | 9:00 London Stansted Airport | 1h45 | 11:45 Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
OS332 · OS285 | 9:05 London Heathrow Airport | 8h45 | 18:50 Leipzig/Halle Airport | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Museum in Bach’s former home, presenting manuscripts, instruments and his life in Leipzig. Essential for music lovers.
Museum of printing, design and book culture in a historic industrial setting. Especially rewarding for visitors interested in crafts and media history.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades and markets. A natural base for exploring the old town on foot.
Elegant passage linking city-centre streets with shops, architecture and a striking glass roof. One of Leipzig’s signature urban walks.
Canal-side former industrial district now known for galleries, studios and street art. Popular for a slower local walk beyond the centre.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often finished with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting regional staple found in Leipzig homes and traditional inns.
Pan-fried freshwater fish from the Leipzig area, traditionally served simply to highlight local river and lake produce.
Leipzig’s best-known vegetable dish: peas, carrots, asparagus and morels, classically enriched with crayfish and butter. A historic local speciality.
Elegant restaurant in the Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof offering refined modern cuisine in a polished central setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted setting popular for traditional Leipzig dining.
Well-known restaurant focusing on Saxon and German specialities with a cosy, traditional interior near the city centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining and public transport are often a little cheaper than in Berlin, Munich or Hamburg, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. Tell the server the total amount when paying.
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Leipzig/Halle Airport Station -> Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Leipzig by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Leipzig flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Leipzig airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London Stansted Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Stansted Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours. ATMs are located in both the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Stansted Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Stansted Airport: Ramps, toilets.
London City Airport is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London City Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London City Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Leipzig/Halle Airport is 2 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig/Halle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig/Halle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig/Halle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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