- 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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The cheapest and fastest flights from Cardiff to Belfast
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £84
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £84
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 1 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 1 h 20 m
- Flights on 03 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 391 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cardiff to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Belfast will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £84.
Fast flights
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 1 flights from Cardiff to Belfast, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 391 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 20 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.
11:00 1h20 Cardiff 12:20 Belfast £84 1 One-way 0 changes
11:00 1h20 Cardiff 12:20 Belfast £84 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Cardiff to Belfast flight
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a flight from Cardiff to Belfast and enjoy the approximately 391 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest flight runs at 06:45, the last at 17:50. September 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £52
Distance 391 km |
First flight 6:45 |
Last flight 17:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £52
Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff to Belfast trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cardiff to Belfast.
The earliest flight from Cardiff to Belfast leaves at 6:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Cardiff to Belfast leaves at 17:50.
Live departures
Cardiff to Belfast flight times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Belfast flights for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 Cardiff | 1h20 | 12:20 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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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.
Translink Journey Planner
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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.
Flights from Cardiff to Belfast: Journey Details
Every day, flights leave from Cardiff to Belfast, making it easy to visit Northern Ireland. The only carrier on the route at present is the budget airline FlyBe, which offers a single non-stop flight on weekdays at 12:35 p.m., and a single flight at weekends, at 11:45 a.m. The flight time is 1 hour 15 minutes. An alternative to flights from Cardiff to Belfast is to fly from nearby Bristol Airport, from where Easyjet offer a daily connection to Belfast.
Taking a Flight from Cardiff
Getting to Cardiff Airport from the city centre is easy. Simply catch the T9 Airport Express bus, which stops outside the main terminal. There is also a shuttle bus service from Rhoose train station to the airport. Trains run from Cardiff Central every hour (weekdays) and every 2 hours (at weekends). If you need to travel to Bristol Airport, National Express provide a regular coach service from Cardiff Central 12 times per day, which also stops at Cardiff University.
Flying into Belfast
With beautiful countryside all around, some superb Victorian architecture, great nightlife and a youthful, uninhibited cultural scene, Belfast is a great day-trip or weekend destination for visitors from Cardiff. Flights from Cardiff to Belfast touch down at George Best City Airport. To get into town, catch the train from Sydenham station. Translink offer a regular service between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., so most arrivals should be catered for. The 600 Airport Bus also leaves every 20 minutes (until 9:25 p.m.) while the Airporter Bus serves Londonderry. Flights from Bristol arrive at Belfast International. The best route from there into the city is via the 300 Airport Bus, which operates 24 hours a day.
FAQs: Cardiff to Belfast flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Belfast including taking a coach and flight.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Belfast
Most Cardiff to Belfast flights use the to Belfast International Airport airport pair, with some services landing at George Best Belfast City Airport. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Belfast airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Departure airports in Cardiff
Arrival airports in Belfast
Which Belfast airport do flights from Cardiff arrive at?
Flights from Cardiff to Belfast most often arrive at Belfast International Airport. Some flights land at George Best Belfast City Airport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Belfast arrival airport.
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 · £13 · 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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