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Journey information
Overview: Belfast to Preston flight
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Flights from Belfast to Preston depart on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 10 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 228 km distance in 50m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 228 km |
Average flight duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Flights per day 19 |
Direct flights 10 |
Fastest flight 50m |
Cheapest month to travel February |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 22:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
The cheapest and fastest flights from Belfast to Preston
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£170
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
49 m
Flights per day
33
Distance
228 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Belfast to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Preston will cost around £170 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £48.
Fast flights
Of the 33 flights that leave Belfast for Preston every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 228 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest flights will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EI361007:001h05
George Best Belfast City Airport08:05Manchester Airport
£481One-way
0 changes
RK 19007:101h00
Belfast International Airport08:10Manchester Airport
£641One-way
0 changes
RK 21323:051h00
Belfast International Airport00:05Manchester Airport
£661One-way
0 changes
U253212:150h45
George Best Belfast City Airport13:00Liverpool John Lennon Airport
£681One-way
0 changes
U28907:301h00
Belfast International Airport08:30Manchester Airport
£681One-way
0 changes
U253212:150h45
George Best Belfast City Airport13:00Liverpool John Lennon Airport
£681One-way
0 changes
U253418:400h50
George Best Belfast City Airport19:30Liverpool John Lennon Airport
£681One-way
0 changes
U21920:050h50
Belfast International Airport20:55Liverpool John Lennon Airport
£681One-way
0 changes
U251021:400h50
Belfast International Airport22:30Liverpool John Lennon Airport
£681One-way
0 changes
U250208:200h50
Belfast International Airport09:10Liverpool John Lennon Airport
£681One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight, ferry and coach for Belfast to Preston
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 228 km
Compare flight with
| Flight | Most popular Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 13h 25m Average total duration 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Belfast to Preston flight times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Preston flights for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
Last updated at 14:02
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:35 Belfast | 0h50 | 20:25 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:30 Belfast | 0h55 | 21:25 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| BA8900 | 07:00 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1h05 | 08:05 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| EI3610 | 07:00 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1h05 | 08:05 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| RK 190 | 07:10 Belfast International Airport | 1h00 | 08:10 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U289 | 07:30 Belfast International Airport | 1h00 | 08:30 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
 BA7842+BA8992 | 08:00 George Best Belfast City Airport | 4h40 | 12:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| U2502 | 08:20 Belfast International Airport | 0h50 | 09:10 Liverpool John Lennon Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
 BA1391 · BA1372 | 09:10 George Best Belfast City Airport | 7h15 | 16:25 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| BA1391 · BA1368 | 09:10 George Best Belfast City Airport | 4h50 | 14:00 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| BA1393 · BA1372 | 10:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 5h45 | 16:25 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| EI3612 | 11:05 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1h05 | 12:10 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA8902 | 11:05 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1h05 | 12:10 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA4026 · BA7827 | 12:05 George Best Belfast City Airport | 7h20 | 19:25 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| BA1395 · BA1378 | 12:10 George Best Belfast City Airport | 6h55 | 19:05 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| BA1395 · BA1372 | 12:10 George Best Belfast City Airport | 4h15 | 16:25 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| U2532 | 12:15 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0h45 | 13:00 Liverpool John Lennon Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
 BA8753+BA1378 | 13:00 George Best Belfast City Airport | 6h05 | 19:05 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| U291 | 13:15 Belfast International Airport | 0h55 | 14:10 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Airlines: Aer Lingus, British Airways, easyJet from Belfast to PrestonFind the best flights between Belfast to Preston with Omio's travel partners Aer Lingus, British Airways, easyJet from £23. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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 Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£87
British Airways frequency
7 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
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 Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£65
Aer Lingus frequency
3 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 Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£41
easyJet frequency
8 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
FAQs: Belfast to Preston flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Preston 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 Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap plane tickets from Belfast to Preston can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Belfast to Preston is £55; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Belfast to Preston flight time is 50 min covering the 141 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from Belfast to Preston leaves at 05: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Belfast to Preston leaves at 23: 05.
There are 26 flights a day from Belfast to Preston which require at least one change with easyJet or Aer Lingus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer flights.
When taking a flight from Belfast to Preston, you can count on easyJet or Aer Lingus for the best way to get you to Preston. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service to Preston from Belfast and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Belfast to Preston by plane is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Belfast and Preston including taking a flight, ferry or coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Belfast and Preston
Belfast
Preston
Amenities at airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
A2 Sydenham Bypass, Exit at George Best Belfast City Airport.Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
- Shops available, including WHSmith and duty-free shops in the departure lounge.
Parking
- Short-term parking located near the terminal, approximately 3.6€ (£3) per hour.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Ramps, toilets.
WC
- Available throughout the airport.
Lounge
- Lounge available, Aspire Lounge with complimentary snacks and drinks.
Lost and Found Office
- Located at the information desk.
Public transport options for George Best Belfast City Airport
- Bus: 600, 600A
- Train: Belfast City Airport Halt
Amenities at airport
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmCar connection
A57, Exit 5Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
- Shops are located in the departures area, includes WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
Parking
- Short-term parking located near the terminal, approximately 3.6€ (£3) for the first hour.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
Lounge
- Aspire Lounge available in the departures area, offers complimentary snacks and drinks.
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal, contact information desk.
Public transport options for Belfast International Airport
- Bus: 300, 109A
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