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$886+ Cheap flights to Leicester

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Flights to Leicester in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Leicester
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Leicester. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 9 May 2026.

Tue 20/1021:30
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop43h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 3/1113:40
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop41h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,532
Wed 29/715:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop24h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/920:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,540
Wed 15/715:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 30/820:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,584
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 27/520:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,591
Sun 10/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 24/509:20
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop22h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,594
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/620:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,608
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/509:20
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop22h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,610
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 17/520:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,612
Wed 22/715:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop24h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/920:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,634
Sat 6/615:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 13/620:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,641

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Find the latest flights to Leicester in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2026.

Return from

$1,540

One-way from

$886

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,858
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 29/7-6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 40m total
  • Sydney to Manchester
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20/5
  • 20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Sydney to Leicester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($171 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/6

15:40-18:35

1 stop35h 55m

Manchester

Fri 26/6

20:45-06:10

1 stop24h 25m

$2,028

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

14:45-12:00

2 stops30h 15m

Manchester

Sun 31/5

21:20-06:25

2 stops48h 05m

$2,082

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

15:40-18:35

1 stop35h 55m

Manchester

Wed 24/6

20:45-06:10

1 stop24h 25m

$2,304

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

08:05-09:35

3 stops35h 30m

Manchester

Thu 12/11

14:05-19:50

2 stops42h 45m

$2,324

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

14:35-16:05

2 stops34h 30m

Manchester

Sat 15/8

13:10-07:15

2 stops33h 05m

$2,452

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/10

21:05-12:05

2 stops48h 00m

Manchester

Fri 16/10

10:40-07:45

2 stops35h 05m

$2,484
Fastest return journey

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/10

14:50-06:20

1 stop24h 30m

Manchester

Fri 16/10

21:45-07:10

1 stop23h 25m

$2,500

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

13:05-22:25

2 stops42h 20m

Manchester

Sat 27/6

23:30-20:30

2 stops36h 00m

$2,583

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/7

20:10-12:00

1 stop24h 50m

Manchester

Fri 14/8

14:05-06:25

2 stops31h 20m

$2,635

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/7

10:10-08:20

2 stops31h 10m

Manchester

Sun 30/8

17:30-06:30

3 stops28h 00m

$3,157

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Leicester

How long is the flight to Leicester?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Leicester takes 24 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Leicester from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Leicester?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Leicester are Etihad Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $1,259
Emirates
Emirates
From $1,533
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $1,112
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,626

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Leicester?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Leicester are Juneyao Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Leicester by month

Plan your trip to Leicester by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Leicester ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Leicester when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Leicester by month

Plan your trip to Leicester by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Leicester, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Leicester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Leicester. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Leicester. Reviews last updated 9 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andVirgin Australia to the United Kingdom to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,322 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

FAQs about flying to Leicester

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Leicester if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Leicester on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Leicester?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Leicester.

  • How much is a return flight to Leicester?

    A return flight to Leicester will typically cost around $177, however they can be found for as little as $153.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Leicester depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Leicester, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Manchester have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Manchester can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Manchester?

    Yes. Manchester has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport By IHG is the closest property to Manchester (0.0 km away from Manchester).

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