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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 Cork to Belfast depart on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £139 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 06:30, the last at 20:30. The fastest flight covers the 343 km distance in 4h 25m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 343 km |
Average flight duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £139 |
Flights per day 14 |
Fastest flight 4h 25m |
First flight 6:30 |
Last flight 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Cheapest price
£147
Average price
£333
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Flights per day
12
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cork to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cork to Belfast will cost around £333 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £147.
To travel from Cork to Belfast you need to make at least one change.
BA5926+
BA8752
BA5930+
BA8758
BA5926+
BA1400
BA5924+
BA1390
BA5926+
BA1408
BA5922+
BA1410
BA5930+
BA1402
BA5926+
BA8752
BA5926+
BA1400
BA5930+
BA1408Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cork to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 6h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £139.
Distance: 343 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£250 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 15m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Cork to Belfast flights for today, Tuesday 11 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:25 Cork | 8h45 | 19:10 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 12 August | |||||
BA1400+ BA5926 | 7:10 Cork Airport | 8h10 | 15:20 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA8752+ BA5926 | 7:10 Cork Airport | 6h30 | 13:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1408+ BA5926 | 7:10 Cork Airport | 12h30 | 19:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA8985+ BA5926+ BA8716 | 7:10 Cork Airport | 10h50 | 18:00 George Best Belfast City Airport | 2 changes | |
BA1402+ BA5926 | 7:10 Cork Airport | 10h25 | 17:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cork 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 Cork to Belfast flights use the Cork Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cork and Belfast airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Cork Airport is 5 km from Cork city centre. Public transport options include:
Cork 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 Cork Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cork Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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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