Leeds Bradford to Aberdeen flights

Finding Leeds to Aberdeen flights involves planning for a connecting journey. Most travellers fly via hubs like London Heathrow or Amsterdam, with total travel times varying based on layover durations.

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) operates all departures from a single terminal. Airlines flying from the airport include Aer Lingus, easyJet, Jet2.com, KLM, Ryanair, TUI Airways and Wizz Air. Alternative departure points serving the region include Manchester Airport (MAN) and East Midlands Airport (EMA).

You can often secure cheaper fares by booking in advance, particularly for travel during the quieter period in late November.

Getting to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is a quick drive via the M1, M62 or A1. The drop-off zone and car parks are a short walk from the terminal doors. Arrow Cars is the official taxi firm, dropping you right at the entrance if you are travelling from the surrounding region.

Flyer bus A1 runs from Leeds city centre, while the A2 and A3 run from Bradford. You can also catch frequent buses from Harrogate bus and train station.

Once you land at Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), also known as Dyce, the most frequent link to the city centre is the Stagecoach Bluebird Jet 727. This express service runs to Aberdeen Bus Station, typically taking around 30 minutes. The Jet Connect service 80 also links the airport to Dyce railway station, located approximately 2 miles away, for onward rail travel.

Regional bus services also connect the airport to destinations like Peterhead, and the A96 road provides the primary driving route. For those preferring a private hire vehicle, dedicated pick-up points are situated just outside the main terminal. The car hire centre is accessible via a covered walkway from the arrivals hall.

Airlines serving Aberdeen include British Airways and SAS.

Entry requirements for Aberdeen

For domestic flights within the United Kingdom, you do not require a passport to enter Scotland from England. However, you must carry a valid form of photographic identification, such as a driving licence, to clear airport security and board your flight.

Aberdeen is known for its grey granite buildings and its role in the North Sea oil industry. Visit the Aberdeen Maritime Museum or the Aberdeen Art Gallery. The historic University of Aberdeen in Old Aberdeen is home to 15th-century King's College and St Machar's Cathedral.

The sandy North Sea coast is just outside the city. Aberdeen is also the main jumping-off point for ferries to Orkney and Shetland, or the drive to Balmoral Castle.