Leeds East Airport is located in Elvington, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire — a former RAF base (RAF Elvington, World War II), now used as an industrial and testing site; the Yorkshire Air Museum is located on the grounds. No commercial passenger or cargo flights operate; the site serves industrial testing and museum activities. No commercial flight operations; for air freight in the region, Leeds Bradford Airport (IATA: LBA) or Humberside Airport (IATA: HUY) are the nearest options.

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Where is Leeds East Airport located?▼

Leeds East Airport is located in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, GB.

What is the elevation of Leeds East Airport?▼

Leeds East Airport is at an elevation of 9 meters (29 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

53.83475, -1.19468

9 m ü. NN

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Last updated: 28 June 2026

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