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Galway City Museum
City museum covering Galway's archaeology, maritime heritage and social history, with changing exhibitions near the Spanish Arch.
Flights from Belfast to Galway depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £198 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 06:30, the last at 21:15. The fastest flight covers the 251 km distance in 4h 50m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 251 km |
Average flight duration 7h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £198 |
Flights per day 12 |
Fastest flight 4h 50m |
First flight 6:30 |
Last flight 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£329
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£508
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
4 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
6 h 37 m
Flights on 03 Sept
7
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Belfast to Galway is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Galway will cost around £508 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £329.
To travel from Belfast to Galway you need to make at least one change.
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BA8751Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Galway among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 5h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £299.
Distance: 251 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£299 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 53m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Belfast to Galway:
A coach is £262 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfast to Galway costing on average £299.
Other travel options to Galway take longer:
Flight takes on average 7h 53m.
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Galway flights for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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BA1411+ BA5941 | 6:30 George Best Belfast City Airport | 4h50 | 11:20 Shannon Airport | 1 change | |
BA1411+ BA5943 | 6:30 George Best Belfast City Airport | 9h40 | 16:10 Shannon Airport | 1 change | |
BA5943+ BA8751 | 6:45 George Best Belfast City Airport | 9h25 | 16:10 Shannon Airport | 1 change | |
BA1391+ BA5943 | 9:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 6h35 | 16:10 Shannon Airport | 1 change | |
BA1391+ BA5945 | 9:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 11h00 | 20:35 Shannon Airport | 1 change | |
BA1397+ BA5945 | 14:20 George Best Belfast City Airport | 6h15 | 20:35 Shannon Airport | 1 change | |
BA5945+ BA8753 | 14:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 6h00 | 20:35 Shannon Airport | 1 change | |
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City museum covering Galway's archaeology, maritime heritage and social history, with changing exhibitions near the Spanish Arch.
Contemporary art gallery presenting Irish and international exhibitions, artist talks and cultural events in the city centre.
Long-running city-centre gallery showing contemporary visual art in an intimate space with a varied annual programme.
Bustling pedestrian street in the Latin Quarter known for colourful shopfronts, buskers and a lively historic atmosphere.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, pubs, shops and old buildings, ideal for wandering and soaking up Galway's character.
Seaside promenade stretching from the city towards Blackrock, popular for walks, bay views and a classic Galway outing.
A creamy chowder of Atlantic fish and shellfish, often served with brown bread. It reflects Galway’s strong fishing tradition and coastal produce.
Fresh oysters from nearby Galway Bay, prized for their clean briny flavour and long local shellfish heritage.
Mussels grown in the waters of Killary or Galway Bay, usually steamed with garlic, cream or white wine. A staple of the west coast seafood scene.
Stylish fine dining room focused on seasonal Irish ingredients and carefully prepared tasting-style dishes.
Long-running city centre restaurant serving Irish and European dishes with a polished but relaxed dining room.
Bustling Latin Quarter venue known for local seafood, oysters and classic Irish cooking in an informal atmosphere.
Moderate by Irish standards. Rooms and dining cost more than many EU cities, but buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included only sometimes. In restaurants, 10% for good service is enough. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
There are no direct flights from Belfast to Galway because Galway airport is currently closed for commercial and passenger traffic. The two closest alternative airports to Galway are Shannon airport and Knock airport. However, there are also no direct flights from Belfast to either of these airports. Passengers must fly to Manchester airport and change flights for Knock. An easyJet flight leaves Belfast at 7:10 a.m. daily and arrives in Manchester at 8:10 a.m. The connecting Flybe flight for Knock leaves Manchester at 10:00 a.m. and arrives at 11:15 a.m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Galway by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Galway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Belfast to Galway flights use the George Best Belfast City Airport to Shannon Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Galway airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
George Best Belfast City Airport is 3 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at George Best Belfast City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at George Best Belfast City Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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