Distance from Leeds to Perth
Route from Leeds to Perth
The route via Carlisle, Airdrie.
Airports near Leeds and Perth
Several airports are located near Leeds and Perth. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Leeds
- Leeds Bradford International Airport 8.2 mi 20 m
- Manchester Airport 55.6 mi 1 h, 7 m
- Teesside International Airport 65.1 mi 1 h, 26 m
Airports near Perth
- Dundee Airport 19.6 mi 28 m
- Edinburgh Airport 41.1 mi 53 m
- Glasgow Airport 69.8 mi 1 h, 25 m
Alternative travel by plane from Leeds to Perth
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Leeds to Perth, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Leeds → Perth
- Starting point: Leeds
- Arrival at the airport: Manchester Airport
- Distance: 55.6 mi
- Travel time: 1 h, 7 m
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
- Start: Manchester Airport
- Goal: Edinburgh Airport
- As the crow flies: 184.2 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 20 m
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Perth: 41.1 mi
- Travel time: 53 m
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Leeds – Perth
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 267.2 mi | 5 h, 5 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 281 mi | 4 h, 35 m |
When is a flight from Leeds to Perth worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.