Travelling from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Lille Airport (LIL): what you need to know
Lille's timezone is UTC+1, making Lille one hour ahead of Leeds.
Your LBA to LIL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Lille Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between LBA and LIL include:
Geneve Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Lille Airport (LIL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Lille Airport flight is £139. A return plane ticket right now is £181. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LBA to LIL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Lille Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LBA to LIL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Lille Airport.
Handy information about Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
Of all flights departing from Leeds Bradford International Airport, 68.63% land on time at their destination.
Leeds Bradford International Airport is about 9 miles from central Leeds. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LBA? If you've booked an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Lille Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lille Airport (LIL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Leeds Bradford International Airport to Lille Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LIL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lille Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lille and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Lille Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Lille Airport (LIL) to central Lille
Lille Airport to central Lille has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lille Airport (LIL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Lille Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Lille. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Lille Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lille, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LBA to LIL sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen Lille. Around 130 miles away to the south, its top attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Strasbourg is another favourite destination in France and is around 250 miles south-east of Lille. No trip is complete without experiencing Palais Rohan, European Parliament Strasbourg and Musee d'Art Moderne et Contemporain.