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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.
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£53
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£511
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
50 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
1 h 27 m
Flights on 08 Oct
22
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Glasgow to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Belfast will cost around £511 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £53.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 22 flights from Glasgow to Belfast, including 4 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 178 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 55 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.
EI3623
EI3629
BA8971
BA8881
BA8739 · BA8752
BA8971
BA8881
EI3623
EI3629
BA1475 · BA1396Flights from Glasgow to Belfast depart on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 23:10. The fastest flight covers the 178 km distance in 45m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 178 km |
Average flight duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Flights per day 21 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 45m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Belfast flights for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA8739 · BA8752 | 7:40 Glasgow International Airport | 6h00 | 13:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA8723+ BA1400 | 8:55 Glasgow International Airport | 6h25 | 15:20 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA8723 · BA8752 | 8:55 Glasgow International Airport | 4h45 | 13:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA8732+ BA1402 | 11:05 Glasgow International Airport | 6h30 | 17:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA8732 · BA8756 | 11:05 Glasgow International Airport | 5h10 | 16:15 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA8881 | 11:05 Glasgow International Airport | 0h50 | 11:55 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EI3623 | 11:05 Glasgow International Airport | 0h50 | 11:55 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1483 · BA1396 | 13:20 Glasgow International Airport | 5h35 | 18:55 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1483 · BA1408 | 13:20 Glasgow International Airport | 6h20 | 19:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1483 · BA1402 | 13:20 Glasgow International Airport | 4h15 | 17:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1479 · BA1410 | 14:05 Glasgow International Airport | 6h30 | 20:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1479 · BA1408 | 14:05 Glasgow International Airport | 5h35 | 19:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1479 · BA1396 | 14:05 Glasgow International Airport | 4h50 | 18:55 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1485 · BA1410 | 15:35 Glasgow International Airport | 5h00 | 20:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1485 · BA1408 | 15:35 Glasgow International Airport | 4h05 | 19:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1487 · BA1410 | 16:50 Glasgow International Airport | 3h45 | 20:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
| Thursday 8 October | |||||
BA8721+ BA1396 | 6:35 Glasgow International Airport | 7h00 | 13:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA8721 · BA8752 | 6:35 Glasgow International Airport | 7h05 | 13:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1499+ BA8752 | 7:00 Glasgow International Airport | 6h40 | 13:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1499 · BA1396 | 7:00 Glasgow International Airport | 6h35 | 13:35 George Best Belfast City Airport | 1 change | |
BA1499 · BA1394 | 7:00 Glasgow International Airport | 5h00 | 12:00 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
Getting from Glasgow to Belfast is incredibly convenient, thanks to several daily direct flights. Passengers can expect total journey times of between 45 minutes and 50 minutes, with regular and reliable direct flights courtesy of easyJet and Flybe. All flights depart Glasgow Airport, and arrival at Belfast International Airport or George Best Belfast City Airport.
Due to the lower number of flights between Glasgow and Belfast, there are only two regular providers of direct services between the cities. Flybe offers services from Glasgow Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport, while easyJet operates direct flights from Glasgow to Belfast International Airport.
Overall journey time from Glasgow to Belfast all depends on the operator passengers choose to fly with and which arrival airport they land at, although there's no major difference in total transit times. On average, total journey times are expected to range between 45 minutes to 50 minutes.
Passengers can expect around four flights from Glasgow to Belfast daily. The first service, an easyJet flight, departs Glasgow bound for Belfast International Airport at 7:00 a.m. every morning. Flybe operates later flights bound for George Best Belfast City Airport, with departure times at 8:20 a.m. and 9:10 a.m. A final easyJet flight bound for Belfast International departs at 7.25 p.m.
Departure airport:The departure point for this journey is Glasgow Airport (GLA). This airport is located approximately 10 miles away from the city centre. Although there isn't a direct rail service available, Glasgow Airport enjoys first-rate road transport links on the M8. Public transport is also provided with the Glasgow Shuttle bus service.
Arrival airport:Direct Glasgow to Belfast flights land at one of two airports. The first is Belfast International Airport (BFS), approximately 13 miles away from the main city centre. Access to this airport is easy thanks to convenient road links along the M2. George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is the second arrival destination. Getting to and from this airport is much simpler thanks to a nearby railway station and excellent road links.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Belfast flights use the Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Belfast International Airport. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Belfast airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Glasgow International Airport is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasgow 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 available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow International Airport: Elevators, 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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