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Cheap round-trip flights to Leicester

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £21 for one-way flights and £40 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ryanair
Tue, 14 Jul - Tue, 21 Jul
PMI
Mallorca Island
EMA
East Midlands
£40 Return, found 2 days ago
£40
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Tue, 14 Jul from Mallorca Island to East Midlands, returning Tue, 21 Jul, priced at £40 found 2 days ago
easyJet
Mon, 13 Jul - Tue, 14 Jul
PMI
Mallorca Island
BHX
Birmingham
£44 Return, found 1 hour ago
£44
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Mon, 13 Jul from Mallorca Island to Birmingham, returning Tue, 14 Jul, priced at £44 found 1 hour ago
Jet2
Mon, 13 Jul - Tue, 14 Jul
PMI
Mallorca Island
BHX
Birmingham
£58 Return, found 1 hour ago
£58
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Jet2 flight, departing Mon, 13 Jul from Mallorca Island to Birmingham, returning Tue, 14 Jul, priced at £58 found 1 hour ago
Aer Lingus
Wed, 5 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
BHD
Belfast
EMA
East Midlands
£97 Return, just found
£97
Return
just found
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Wed, 5 Aug from Belfast to East Midlands, returning Wed, 19 Aug, priced at £97 just found
Vueling Airlines
Tue, 28 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug
PMI
Mallorca Island
BHX
Birmingham
£109 Return, found 10 hours ago
£109
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Vueling Airlines flight, departing Tue, 28 Jul from Mallorca Island to Birmingham, returning Tue, 4 Aug, priced at £109 found 10 hours ago

Alternative airports near Leicester

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Birmingham Airport BHX. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 42 minutes. Flights from £962
BHX
Birmingham Airport
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre42 min
Flights from £962

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Leicester's airport?
Leicester has only one airport, Birmingham Airport (BHX).
How far is BHX from central Leicester?
The trip from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to downtown Leicester is fairly long. You'll need to travel 48 kms (30 miles) before you can check in to your city hotel.
What airport is best to fly into Leicester?
With one main airport servicing Leicester, it won't take very long to discover the best flight. You'll be taking off to Birmingham Airport, which is located around 48 kms (30 miles) from the centre of town.
How many airlines fly to Leicester?
Leicester is serviced by 28 air carriers from 84 airports around the world.
Which airlines fly to Leicester?
Aer Lingus operates the majority of the flights to Leicester. Catching an Aer Lingus flight from Dublin is the most popular way to get there.
How many nonstop flights are there to Leicester?
With roughly 647 nonstop flights running every week, you'll be touching down in Leicester before you can ask, "Are we there yet?"
Where are the most popular flights to Leicester departing from?
Flights to Leicester from Dublin, Belfast and Amsterdam airports are the most popular.
How long is the flight to Leicester Airport?
If you're heading to Leicester from Dublin, you're looking at a flight time of 1 hour and 8 minutes. Those departing from Belfast can expect to be midair for 1 hour and 9 minutes. From Amsterdam it's about 1 hour and 13 minutes away.
How to book the cheapest flight to Leicester?
Don't leave booking your flight to Leicester until the last minute. That's one move well-versed travellers use to get the best prices. Booking in advance means more options and more affordable flights. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has more than one airport, you may be able to score an excellent deal by flying into one a little further out. Last of all, another easy way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you stumble on a terrific deal, don't hold off — snap it up while you've got the chance.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Leicester?
If you're poorly prepared, air travel can be overwhelming. But don't hit the panic button just yet. Follow these useful tips and enjoy a worry-free start to your getaway in Leicester. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • First and foremost, put in your passport, important documents, credit cards and medications. Next, you'll need some in-flight entertainment to while away the time. A thrilling book and a phone crammed with your favourite movies are good options. If you hope to catch forty winks, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones will also come in handy. Finally, make room for a toothbrush and some facial wipes so you'll arrive at your destination looking fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • While the list of restricted items differs between airlines, the general rule of thumb is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, blades, fuel and fireworks. Sporting equipment like ski poles, and objects that could harm other people, such as guns and swords, won't be allowed on board either.

What to wear on a flight:

  • You'll want to choose comfort over style. Prepare for changes in cabin temperature by dressing in layers, and opt for flat, easy-to-remove shoes like slip-ons.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Leicester?
The trick is to be well prepared before you reach security. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Leicester before you know it. Follow these helpful tips and get your holiday off to a spectacular start:

  • Security personnel first need to verify that you have a valid passport and matching boarding pass before you can proceed any further. Have them ready for inspection.
  • The X-ray machine comes next. Empty your pockets and remove anything metal that is likely to beep. This includes things like headphones or earphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
  • All your electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, must also be separately scanned.
  • Any liquids or gels, such as lip balm or cologne, that you want to bring on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), zip-lock bag.
  • Choosing your footwear wisely can save you several minutes. Boots and bulky shoes are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Lightweight sneakers are usually not.
  • Airlines will not allow any pocket knives or other sharp items in your hand luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them safely in your checked luggage.

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Expedia flights to Leicester

Travel information

Destination airport
East Midlands
Destination airport IATA code
EMA
Destination city name
East Midlands
Return price
£40

Trending flights to Leicester

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £21 for one-way flights and £40 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

easyJet
Fri, 7 Aug - Tue, 8 Sept
GLA
Glasgow
BHX
Birmingham
£45 Return, found 1 day ago
£45
Return
found 1 day ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Fri, 7 Aug from Glasgow to Birmingham, returning Tue, 8 Sept, priced at £45 found 1 day ago

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