- Must visit
Titanic Belfast
Major interactive museum telling the story of the ship, the city’s industrial heritage and the dock where Titanic was built.
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Popular flights to and from Belfast
Popular flights to Belfast
Edinburgh to Belfast flight
from £16
Direct flights available
0h50 average duration
18flights per day
Served by
- British Airways
- BA Cityflyer
- easyJet
- Loganair
- Aer Lingus
Glasgow to Belfast flight
from £17
Direct flights available
0h45 average duration
21flights per day
Served by
- British Airways
- BA Cityflyer
- easyJet
- Aer Lingus
- CitizenPlane
Manchester to Belfast flight
from £23
Direct flights available
0h55 average duration
15flights per day
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- British Airways
- easyJet
- BA Cityflyer
- Loganair
- Aer Lingus
London to Belfast flight
from £24
Direct flights available
1h15 average duration
31flights per day
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- easyJet
- British Airways
- BA Cityflyer
- Ryanair
- Aer Lingus
Newcastle to Belfast flight
from £29
Direct flights available
0h55 average duration
15flights per day
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- British Airways
- easyJet
- BA Cityflyer
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Popular flights from Belfast
Belfast to Edinburgh flight
from £14
Direct flights available
0h50 average duration
19flights per day
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- British Airways
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- easyJet
- Loganair
- Aer Lingus
Belfast to London flight
from £22
Direct flights available
1h05 average duration
30flights per day
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- easyJet
- British Airways
- BA Cityflyer
- Ryanair
- Aer Lingus
Belfast to Birmingham flight
from £23
Direct flights available
1h05 average duration
4flights per day
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- easyJet
- Loganair
Belfast to London Gatwick Airport flight
from £31
Direct flights available
1h20 average duration
5flights per day
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- easyJet
Belfast to Alicante flight
from £80
Direct flights available
2h55 average duration
18flights per day
Served by
- Iberia
- BA Euroflyer
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Flights to Belfast
Belfast, Northern Ireland's capital city has plenty to offer its visitors. Amongst its attractions is the Titanic Belfast visitor experience, the 19th century Crumlin Road Gaol, and the Titanic Studios where the Game of Thrones was filmed. For a top shopping experience, visit the four-storey centre at Victoria Square. As well as popular high street stores there is a variety of international food outlets based here too. For those that want to learn all about Belfast's musical history, take a trip to the Oh Yeah Music Centre and wander around its fascinating exhibitions.
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Travelling to Belfast
 Travelling | Flights to Belfast usually arrive at either Belfast International Airport or George Best Belfast City Airport. Belfast International Airport is located approximately 21 kilometres north-west of Belfast city centre. It has around 4 million travellers passing through it each year, and is IrelandΓÇÖs second busiest airport. There are numerous airlines that operate flights to Belfast, including easyJet and Wizz Air. |
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 Arriving | Cheap flights to Belfast are easy to find and the journey is simple. Belfast airport is open around the clock. For onward travel, passengers can catch the Translink express bus (route number 300) direct to the Europa Buscentre in the city centre. Alternatively, Antrim railway station is located 10 kilometres from the airport, and may be reached via the Antrim Airlink 109A bus. George Best Belfast City Airport, situated next to the Port of Belfast, is a mere 5 kilometres from the city centre. Airlines that offer flights to Belfast include Aer Lingus, British Airways and Vueling. Sydenham train station is a short walking distance from the airport, and there are regular services to Great Victoria Street and Belfast Central train stations. There are airport courtesy buses that operate between the terminal buildings and Sydenham train station. The Translink Metro bus (route number 600), Metro bus 3A, and Airporter bus, run frequent services from the airport terminal to the city centre. |
Flights to Belfast
The city of Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and home to the devolved Stormont government. The doomed liner Titanic was built in Belfast's shipyards, and the new Titanic quarter of the city has become a popular international visitor attraction, featuring the Titanic Museum alongside hotels, entertainments complexes and a science centre. Belfast has two airports, Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport, offering easy access to the historic city.
Which is the main airport in Belfast?
George Best Belfast City Airport is located next to the Port of Belfast and handles up to 2.7 million passengers each year. Most of the flights into George Best Airport are from UK destinations, and it is also the base for budget airline Flybe. Belfast International Airport is around 13 miles from the city centre and is the major airport for Northern Ireland. Direct flights from the UK to Belfast take from one hour five minutes to one hour 30 minutes.
Which airlines offer flights to Belfast?
Some of the popular airlines offering flights to Belfast International and Belfast City Airports include Ryanair, Flybe, British Airways, TUI Airways, easyJet and Jet2. Popular and busy routes to Belfast depart from Birmingham International Airport, Manchester Airport, London Heathrow and Liverpool.
Why travel by plane to Belfast?
With travel times of around one hour from many major UK destinations, and affordable return flights offered by budget airlines, it's unsurprising that flying to Belfast is the preferred option for many travellers. Taking a plane from mainland UK to Belfast means it's easily possible to spend just a couple of days or a longer stay exploring this fascinating city and learning more about Northern Ireland and its culture.
Before you travel to Belfast by plane - good to know!
When planning a trip to Belfast by plane, visitors coming from the UK should know that it's often far quicker to fly into George Best Belfast City Airport than Belfast International; direct flights from East Midlands Airport with Flybe to George Best take just one hour 5 minutes. Some of the more unusual Belfast tourist activities include boat tours of the docks and River Lagan areas, music tours of the city, or hiring a bike or even a canoe to explore the delights of the pretty River Lagan.
Airlines: easyJet, British Airways, BA Cityflyer, Ryanair, Aer Lingus flights to BelfastFind the best trip to Belfast with easyJet, British Airways, BA Cityflyer, Ryanair, Aer Lingus. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most convenient journey has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.
British Airways
About
British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. syn p British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average British Airways Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest British Airways Price
£43
British Airways frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Economy Basic includes 1 cabin bag (max 23kg, 56x45x25cm) plus 1 personal item (40x30x15cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare class
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flexible tickets can be cancelled for a full refund
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical clearance required after 28th weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Young flyers aged 5-11 can travel alone using British Airways' Skyflyer Solo service. Service must be booked in advance and is available on most routes
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
British Airways provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance through airports.
Pets
Pets travel in the hold except assistance dogs. Advance booking required. Only cats and dogs accepted on most routes
Entertaiment on board
BA Cityflyer
About
BA Cityflyer is a British regional airline and a wholly-owned subsidiary of British Airways, operating under BA's branding and flight numbers. Its main base is London City Airport, from which it operates a network of domestic and European routes. The airline primarily uses a fleet of Embraer 190 aircraft, which are suited for London City's short runway and steep approach. While focusing on the financial market, BA Cityflyer has expanded into leisure destinations. Unlike mainline British Airways flights, BA Cityflyer offers a complimentary bar service in economy class on its London City services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BA Cityflyer Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest BA Cityflyer Price
£40
BA Cityflyer frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (40x30x15cm) + 1 personal item
Additional luggage
23kg checked baggage can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available up to 24 hours after booking if travel is more than 3 weeks away
Pregnant on board
Up to end of 36th week for single pregnancy, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancy. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Available for ages 5-11, must be booked at least 72 hours before departure
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
BA CityFlyer provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. Pre-notification is required.
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 6kg including carrier
Entertaiment on board
Aer Lingus
About
Aer Lingus is Ireland's national airline, established in 1936. It operates over 100 routes, connecting Europe and North America from its main hub at Dublin Airport, as well as from Cork, Shannon, and Knock. A member of the International Airlines Group (IAG), Aer Lingus is recognized as a 4-star airline by Skytrax. The airline is known for its Irish hospitality and offers a range of services, including its AerClub loyalty program. Aer Lingus utilizes a modern fleet of Airbus aircraft, including the A321neoLR, for efficiency, comfort, and safety.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Aer Lingus Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Aer Lingus Price
£111
Aer Lingus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 small bag (25x33x20cm) and 1 cabin bag (55x40x24cm)
Additional luggage
23kg checked bag can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24 hours of booking if flight is more than 7 days away. After that, fees apply based on fare type.
Pregnant on board
Up to end of 36th week (32nd week for multiple pregnancies). Medical certificate required if complications
Unaccompagned minor
Young flyer service available for ages 5-11. Must be booked at least 72 hours before departure
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Aer Lingus provides wheelchair assistance and special assistance for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small dogs and cats allowed in cabin (6kg including carrier) and cargo hold (32kg including container)
Entertaiment on board
easyJet
About
easyJet is a British multinational low-cost airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN). It’s the largest UK-based carrier based on the number of passengers carried. easyJet flies to over 150 destinations across Europe and North Africa, making it a popular budget airline for travelers. To keep fares as low as possible, easyJet tickets are non-refundable and no complimentary snacks are provided onboard. All fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for carry-on luggage and checked luggage. syn p easyJet is a British multinational budget airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN) and the largest UK-based airline based on the number of passengers carried. easyJet flies to more than 150 destinations in Europe and North Africa, making it a very popular low-cost carrier for travelers. To keep fares as low as possible, tickets are non-refundable, and no complimentary snacks are served onboard. All easyJet fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for travelers bringing hand luggage and checked luggage.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average easyJet Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest easyJet Price
£24
easyJet frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Only small under seat bag (45x36x20 cm) included
Additional luggage
Hold luggage up to 23kg can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Flights can be changed up to 2 hours before departure for a fee plus fare difference; no refunds unless flights are cancelled by easyJet
Pregnant on board
Expectant mothers can fly up to the end of week 35 for single pregnancies, end of week 32 for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required if beyond week 28
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-14 can travel as unaccompanied minors for a fee of £37 per child per flight
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
easyJet provides special assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and support for hidden disabilities through the Sunflower lanyard scheme
Ryanair
About
Ryanair is one of Europe’s largest and most popular low-cost airlines, headquartered in Ireland. It offers affordable flights to destinations across the continent, often operating to smaller or secondary airports outside major cities to keep fares low. All Ryanair tickets include an allowance for one small personal bag, with additional fees for cabin baggage and checked luggage. Known for its extensive network and budget-friendly fares, Ryanair makes it easy to travel quickly and affordably to popular European destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Ryanair Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Ryanair Price
£46
Ryanair frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One small personal bag (40x20x25cm)
Additional luggage
10kg bag (55x40x20cm) or 20kg checked bag available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable tickets. Flight changes possible with fee plus fare difference. Free changes within 24h of booking
Pregnant on board
Up to 28th week of pregnancy can fly freely. Between 28-36 weeks, medical certificate required. Not allowed after 36 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for ages 5-12, €60 per flight. Must be booked at least 7 days before departure
Amenities on board the airplane
Accessibility
Ryanair provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, must be booked at least 48 hours before flight
Complete guide to Belfast
Things to do in Belfast
Discover the best of Belfast — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Belfast trip today.
- Must visit
Ulster Museum
National museum with art, archaeology, natural history and local history collections beside Botanic Gardens.
- Recommended
Golden Thread Gallery
Contemporary gallery in the Cathedral Quarter showing rotating exhibitions by Irish and international artists in a compact city-centre space.
- Must visit
Titanic Quarter
Revived waterfront district with dockside walks, Titanic landmarks, public art and harbour views close to major visitor sites.
- Must visit
Cathedral Quarter
Historic quarter known for cobbled lanes, street art, music venues and handsome warehouse architecture around St Anne’s Cathedral.
- Recommended
Ormeau Park
Leafy Victorian park with broad lawns, river walks and an excellent viewpoint over Belfast from the hilltop.
Ulster Fry
A Northern Irish breakfast with fried eggs, bacon, sausages, soda bread, potato bread and black pudding. A staple local start to the day.
- Vegetarian
Soda Bread
A dense quick bread made with bicarbonate of soda instead of yeast. It is a classic Belfast and Ulster bakery staple, often served at breakfast.
- Vegetarian
Potato Bread
A flat griddled bread made from mashed potato, flour and butter. It is a much-loved part of the Ulster Fry and everyday home cooking.
OX Belfast
Modern Irish restaurant known for carefully sourced local produce and polished yet relaxed dining in the Cathedral Quarter.
The Muddlers Club
Stylish brasserie and bar serving seasonal Irish dishes, seafood and steaks in a lively city-centre setting.
St George's Market
Long-standing market with trusted stalls for local breads, seafood, traybakes and hot food. Ideal for sampling Belfast flavours casually.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and pub meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest: 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included, round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.30
- Day pass
- £4.00
To the city centre
Belfast International Airport -> Belfast Grand Central Station
- Distance
- 22 km
- Travel time
- 40 min
- Contactless payment works on Metro buses. Buy day tickets in advance if you expect to make several trips.
- Use the Translink Journey Planner app for live departures and route planning across Metro, Glider and rail services.
airport information
Airports in Belfast
Check where to Belfast flights depart and arrive, plus the main airport details for this route.
Belfast International Airport (BFS)Belfast International Airport, Belfast BT29 4AB, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Belfast International Airport from Belfast city centre
Belfast International Airport is 4 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus300a, 300 · 40m · £12 · every ~7 min
Belfast International Airport airport facilities and services
Belfast International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Belfast International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast International Airport: Ramps.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)Belfast BT3 9JH, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
City-centre transport
Getting to George Best Belfast City Airport from Belfast city centre
George Best Belfast City Airport is 3 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus600 · 8m · £4 · every ~5 min
600 · 10m · £4 · every ~5 min
George Best Belfast City Airport airport facilities and services
George Best Belfast City Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at George Best Belfast City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at George Best Belfast City Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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