Our Guide To Leeds Bradford Airport

Read our short guide of tips, hints and travel hacks to help you make the most of your journey through Leeds Bradford Airport.

About Leeds Bradford Airport

Leeds Bradford Airport has one terminal that transports 4 million passengers to 70 direct destinations and hundreds more worldwide using connecting flights. It’s Yorkshire’s largest airport and prides itself on providing excellent customer service. 

Here’s everything you need to know about the terminal at Leeds Bradford: 

Terminal 1 

Terminal 1 at Leeds Bradford Airport has 55 check-in desks split between two halls on the ground floor. There are ten gates which can be found on both floors. Gates one to five are on the first floor, and gates six to ten are on the ground floor. If you are still determining your check-in desk or gate, you can ask one of the airport attendants. The information desks are located within the check-in halls and can assist you. 

Ryanair and Easy-Jet passengers must check-in online or use the mobile app and head to the self-bag drop-off area, as these airlines have no check-in desks. 

Arrivals 

The arrivals hall is located on the ground floor, where you will find a Café, Ritazza, WHSmith, Travelex Currency Exchange, and car hire desks. From here, you can walk straight and turn right to your nearest exit/entrance. 

Services Available At The Terminal 

There are various services available at the terminal at Leeds Bradford Airport. Here is everything you need to know: 

Fast Track Check-in 

Leeds Bradford Airport offers a fast-track service for those who don’t want to wait in security. From £7 per person, you go through a dedicated lane to speed up time and make your journey smoother. You can get £2 off your fast track if you pre-book parking with Leeds Bradford. Fast track must be booked at least one hour before your arrival online. 

Facilities Available 

Here is a list of the facilities available at Leeds Bradford Airport: 

• Duty-Free
• Currency Exchange 
• Airport Lounges 
• Car Hire
• Cash Withdrawals 
• Changing Facilities 
• Information Desks 
• Luggage Trolleys 
• Reflection Room
• Restaurants, Fast Food and Shopping (Including Boots, WHSmiths, Starbucks, Burger King, Accessorize, Cabin Bar and more) 

Flights 

Whether you’re jetting off on holiday, heading for a city break or travelling on business, Leeds Bradford Airport allows you to fly to destinations such as Malta, Amsterdam, Rhodes, Rome and many more. 

Read our guide to safely getting through the terminal at Leeds Bradford Airport and plan a stress-free journey. 

Check-In

We’d recommend giving yourself plenty of time to check-in before a flight. Leeds Bradford Airport recommends arriving two to three hours before your flight to provide sufficient time to check in and be processed through security. 

Once you arrive at the airport, check the information screens to determine your required check-in desks. It is also important to remember that some airlines will only allow you to check-in at a specific time. Airlines such as Ryanair and Easy-Jet require you to check in online as they don’t have check-in desks at the airport. 

Here is a list of the different types of check-ins available: 

• Check-in Desks 
• Online Check-in 
• Express Check-in 

Security 

Leeds Bradford Airport takes the safety of customers and all personnel very seriously. For the benefit of all passengers’ security, departing passengers are required to be screened using security scanning equipment.

For more in-depth information about what you can take through security in your hand luggage, look at our ‘Going Through Security’ guide.

Passport Control 

The UK Border Force manages passport control at Leeds Bradford Airport. At passport control, you’ll be faced with checking your passport or identity card and evidence of your right to travel.

The key things to remember in this area: 

• Have your passport or identity card ready and open on the photo page.
• Remove your sunglasses or headwear if you’re wearing them. 
• Do not use your mobile phone. 
• Move through passport control together if you’re in a family. 

Further Assistance 

Leeds Bradford Airport offers a wide variety of extra assistance services for customers who need further or additional support. 

Disability Access/Special Assistance 

Leeds Bradford Airport offers a wide range of facilities and services for those who require assisted travel. 

If you require any assistance through Leeds Bradford Airport, please ensure you contact your airline 48 hours before you are due to travel. Your airline or travel agent will take all the necessary information from you regarding your assistance and will inform the Assisted Travel Team. 

Travelling With Children 

If you are travelling with children, Leeds Bradford Airport will help to make your journey as smooth as possible. Contact your airline in advance to see what they offer onboard for children, such as children’s entertainment, baby food and toddler meals. 

Travelling With Pets 

The Pet Travel Scheme, offered by the UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, allows cats, dogs, and ferrets to travel between some UK airports and other countries without quarantine. 

The scheme does require some conditions for your pets to travel, such as a Pet Passport and the pet being microchipped. To read more about the scheme, read the GOV.UK pet travel guide. 

Taxi Terminal & Car Hire

Leeds Bradford Airport offers a range of taxi and car hire services to help you get to and from the airport. 

You can explore a list of airport services or opt for an affordable and eco-friendly travel experience using Green Cab App’s airport taxi booking service. 

Leeds Bradford Airport Taxi to/from UK destinations with Green Cab App:

Location	Transfer Time
Sheffield	Up to 75 minutes
Doncaster	Up to 60 minutes
Barnsley	Up to 60 minutes
Rotherham	Up to 75 minutes
Chesterfield	Up to 90 minutes
Mansfield	Up to 120 minutes
Derby	Up to 120 minutes
Nottingham	Up to 150 minutes

Find out more about Leeds Bradford Airport by browsing through their website. 

Book Your Taxi To Leeds Bradford Airport With Green Cab App 

Why not choose a sustainable taxi for your journey to Leeds Bradford Airport with Green Cab App. Here at Green Cab App, we offer a greener way of travelling that aims to reduce the cost for passengers, reduce the number of vehicles on the road and lower the carbon emissions of taxis. 

Simply register on our app, post your journey details and wait for taxi drivers to bid on your trip. You can select the cheapest fare and are all set to go! We work with licensed taxi drivers to ensure they can fill both legs of their journey to the airport.