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Titanic Belfast
Major interactive museum telling the story of the ship, the city’s industrial heritage and the dock where Titanic was built.
Flights from Birmingham to Belfast depart on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest flight covers the 354 km distance in 1h 5m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 354 km |
Average flight duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Flights per day 5 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£184
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Flights per day
15
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Birmingham to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Belfast will cost around £184 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £89.
Of the 15 flights that leave Birmingham for Belfast every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 354 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 15 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.
U234
EI3649
EI3637
U228
EI3645
U226
U228
U234
U230
EI3641Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £29.
Distance: 354 km
Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 23m Average total duration 13h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Belfast flights for tomorrow, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
U226 | 7:45 Birmingham International Airport | 1h05 | 8:50 Belfast International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EI3641 | 8:35 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 9:50 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8893 | 8:35 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 9:50 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U228 | 11:05 Birmingham International Airport | 1h05 | 12:10 Belfast International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EI3643 | 11:55 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 13:10 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8999 | 11:55 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 13:10 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EI3647 | 15:20 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 16:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8895 | 15:20 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 16:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EI3645 | 17:20 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 18:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8887 | 17:20 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 18:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U230 | 17:35 Birmingham International Airport | 1h05 | 18:40 Belfast International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EI3637 | 18:50 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 20:05 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EI3649 | 19:40 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 20:55 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8897 | 19:40 Birmingham International Airport | 1h15 | 20:55 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U234 | 22:05 Birmingham International Airport | 1h05 | 23:10 Belfast International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major interactive museum telling the story of the ship, the city’s industrial heritage and the dock where Titanic was built.
National museum with art, archaeology, natural history and local history collections beside Botanic Gardens.
Contemporary gallery in the Cathedral Quarter showing rotating exhibitions by Irish and international artists in a compact city-centre space.
Revived waterfront district with dockside walks, Titanic landmarks, public art and harbour views close to major visitor sites.
Historic quarter known for cobbled lanes, street art, music venues and handsome warehouse architecture around St Anne’s Cathedral.
Leafy Victorian park with broad lawns, river walks and an excellent viewpoint over Belfast from the hilltop.
A Northern Irish breakfast with fried eggs, bacon, sausages, soda bread, potato bread and black pudding. A staple local start to the day.
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.
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.
Modern Irish restaurant known for carefully sourced local produce and polished yet relaxed dining in the Cathedral Quarter.
Stylish brasserie and bar serving seasonal Irish dishes, seafood and steaks in a lively city-centre setting.
Long-standing market with trusted stalls for local breads, seafood, traybakes and hot food. Ideal for sampling Belfast flavours casually.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and pub meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
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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Belfast International Airport -> Belfast Grand Central Station
It only takes an hour or so to reach Belfast from Birmingham by plane. Direct flights leave Birmingham Airport several times a day on most days of the week, departing for both Belfast City Airport and Belfast International Airport. You can catch a flight as early in the morning as 6:00 a.m., with services often running until 9:00 p.m. at night.
easyJet is the preferred option for many travellers visiting Belfast as flights are direct, frequent and inexpensive. Another budget-friendly carrier offering regular direct flights is Flybe. Multi-stop flights are also available from carriers such as KLM, Condor, iberia and British Airways.
When flying along this route it feels like you're landing as soon as you've taken off. The quickest flights from Birmingham to Belfast, provided by easyJet, take just one hour. Other carriers offer direct flights that take on average one hour and 5 minutes in good conditions, assuming there's no unexpected issue with the weather.
You can find a direct flight to Belfast from Birmingham at least four days a week on average and usually more frequently. At many times of year, flights are available seven days a week. EasyJet flies this route several times a week at least, offering early morning and late night flights that conveniently fit around work schedules.
Departure airport: Birmingham Airport (BHX) is conveniently located just 5.5 miles outside Birmingham city centre. It's therefore easily reachable by car, bus, train or even bike. The airport has all the amenities of larger international airports, including onsite parking, shops and restaurants and Express Lane security.
Arrival airports:George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) and Belfast International Airport (BFS) at Aldergrove. Belfast City is small but central, just three miles from the heart of the city. Belfast International is larger and a little further out (around 13 miles). Both airports are easy to reach from the city centre thanks to dedicated bus services and both also have plenty of shopping and dining options.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Belfast flights use the Birmingham International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Belfast International Airport. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Belfast airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Birmingham International Airport is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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.
Belfast International Airport is 4 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Belfast International 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 arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Belfast International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast International Airport: Ramps.
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