How to find cheap flights to Belfast
$499 is the cheapest price for a return flight to Belfast. For a one-way ticket, the lowest fare is $198.
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Around one month ahead is a good time to book your plane ticket. This is a general recommendation for getting the lowest fares.
Select the 'Add nearby airports' option and broaden your search for cheap flights to Belfast. This will display every airport around your departure and arrival points.
Indirect routes can often save you money, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your tickets.
Best time to go to Belfast
To find the cheapest month for flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available.
Plan your getaway for August if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when fares are typically more expensive.
The quietest month to travel is February. Book your plane tickets to Belfast then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider the type of conditions you prefer to travel in. Belfast is warmest in July, averaging between 50ºF and 66ºF.
January is when temperatures hit their lowest, between 34ºF and 46ºF.
Want to visit when you're less likely to need an umbrella? January is the driest month in Belfast, averaging eight days of rain.
Expect the heaviest showers during July, which gets around 11 days of wet weather.
Traveling to Belfast: what you need to know
When organizing your Belfast flight, you have a few choices for your arrival airport. Consider flying into Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Most passengers traveling to the city come through Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Fly to your destination without any layovers. These are some of the airlines that offer direct flights to Belfast:
When you arrive in Belfast, you'll be in the UTC+0 timezone.
After booking your ticket, find a stay that's just right for your adventure. Here's a lineup of comfortable hotels to put on your short list:
Getting to central Belfast from Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Central Belfast is about 20 miles from BFS, the city's main airport.
Once you've landed from your flight to Belfast, the drive to the center takes around 30 minutes.
The ride when using public transport takes about 2 hours.
Slip into bed soon after your flight to Belfast. Choose one of these stays close to Belfast International Airport and you'll be fast asleep in no time:
Eager to hit the road right away? You can book a car rental at BFS with popular providers like Budget, Drivalia and Dollar. Hop into the driver's seat and get ready to explore Belfast and beyond.
Belfast International Airport serves Belfast and nearby areas in Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom.
Belfast highlights
Put these leading attractions at the top of your must-see list after hopping off your flight to Belfast:
Titanic Shipyard: The perfect spot to start your city tour, this landmark is located around 1 mile northeast of the city center.
St. George's Market: Put some of your travel budget to good use here while exploring Belfast. This shopping area is roughly 0.3 miles east of the center.
St Anne's Cathedral: Take on this landmark next. Around 0.4 miles north of the city center, it's well worth stopping by for the full Belfast experience.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom keeps the adventures coming. Keep going to Glasgow, located around 110 miles northeast of Belfast. Glasgow West End, Glasgow Cathedral and King's Theatre are a few of its must-sees. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the city's most convenient major airport.
Edinburgh is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is roughly 140 miles northeast of Belfast. Zero in on some of the best places like Edinburgh Castle, Castle Rock and The Edinburgh Castle Esplanade. Edinburgh Airport (EDI) takes care of most arrivals into this city.
About 170 miles southeast of Belfast, Manchester is worth a detour. Big reasons to visit include Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, Royal Exchange Theatre and Manchester Christmas Market. Manchester Airport (MAN) is the easiest way to arrive here.
Complete your trip with a Belfast car rental
Rent a car in the city and roll out when you're ready. Browse the range of car rentals in Belfast and find all the best prices in one easy search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from fuel policy to user reviews and booking flexibility.