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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 London Gatwick Airport to Belfast depart on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 20:25. The fastest flight covers the 542 km distance in 1h 25m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 542 km |
Average flight duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Flights per day 7 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
First flight 5:05 |
Last flight 20:25 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 flights that leave London Gatwick Airport for Belfast every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 542 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 30 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport 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 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 542 km
Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|
£69 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 20m Average total duration 18h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Belfast flights for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
U2801 | 12:10 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 13:40 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2827 | 13:55 London Gatwick Airport | 1h35 | 15:30 Belfast International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2820 | 14:20 London Gatwick Airport | 1h35 | 15:55 Belfast International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2803 | 16:50 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 18:20 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2831 | 17:50 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 19:20 Belfast International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2893 | 19:00 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 20:30 George Best Belfast City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2833 | 19:05 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 20:35 Belfast International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 1 August | |||||
![]() | 6:10 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 7:40 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Belfast flights use the London Heathrow Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Belfast International Airport. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Belfast airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick 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 for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: 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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