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Useful information for the flight from Belfast to Glasgow
How long is the Belfast flight to Glasgow?
A 50-minute flight duration between Northern Ireland and Glasgow is usual. The flight path usually has a length of around 175 miles.
How early should I arrive at the airport?
Both of Belfast's airports recommend arriving at least two hours before departure.
What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to Glasgow?
Glasgow can be chilly in winter and warm in summer, so take an overcoat or a sun hat with you, depending on when you plan your city break.
Which airlines fly from Belfast to Glasgow?
Three airlines provide departures from Belfast and Glasgow:
- British Airways, the country's flag carrier.
- Easyjet, a low-cost operator.
- FlyBe, an air operator that flies to more than 200 destinations.
How to find cheap flights from Belfast to Glasgow
If booking at the last minute, the cheapest time to go to Glasgow can be found by looking at the bottom of eDreams' web page for the two cities. If you prefer to look for cheap flights on a given date, then use the simple search engine that will compare airfares from hundreds of airlines for you. All of the services on the selected flight path are subsequently shown to you, according to the chosen time. Deals can be obtained from certain airlines by adding filters that only show the results from your preferred airline names. You can also select the airport names of your choosing. It is also easy to choose direct flights or domestic flights only, if you want to. Alternatively, you can adjust some handy slider controls in order to narrow your search according to your preferred departure time.
When is the best time to fly from Belfast to Glasgow?
In July, the summer holidays really start in Glasgow when there are numerous festivals and events to take part in, such as FriendsFest, the West End Beer Festival and the Glasgow Latin Festival, making trips to Glasgow this time of year a great idea.
In March, city breaks offer the chance to attend the Glasgow International Comedy Festival, which features many famous performers, as well as the Puppet Animation Festival, a long-standing event that is ideal for families.
Airports in Belfast
Useful information about George Best Belfast City Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport is the closer of the two airports to the city centre.
How to get to the airport:
- Rail – alight at Sydenham railway station, seven minutes, £3.
- Taxi – around 10 minutes, £10 to £12.
- Bus – Airlink 600 route, departs twice an hour, £2.50
Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi access for four hours, baby changing facilities, external smoking zones and plenty of food outlets.
Useful information about Belfast International Airport
Located 15 miles to the west of the city, Belfast International Airport is the larger of the two air hubs.
How to get to the city centre from the airport:
- Bus – 300 route, seven days per week, every quarter of an hour at peak times, £8.
- Taxi – half an hour, £32.
Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi access for two hours, external smoking zones with an additional area by Lagan Bar, shopping and food outlets.
Airports in Glasgow
Useful information about Glasgow Airport
How to get to the city from airport:
- Rail – 757 link bus to Paisley Gilmour Street Station, 35 minutes, £4.
- Coach – Airport Express Bus 500, departs every 15 minutes, £8.
- Taxi – rank outside main terminal, 20 minutes, £17.
Services: open 24 hours, check-in desks from 4am, free Wi-Fi for one hour, free mobile phone charging, external smoking zones.
What to do and visit in Glasgow
- The Gallery of Modern Art is an acclaimed exhibition space that is often regarded as among the best in Scotland.
- Glasgow is well known for its live music scene, so take in a gig or two at venues such as King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Broadcast or the O2 ABC.
- Glasgow has a well-deserved reputation for good food, and restaurants such as Two Fat Ladies, Cail Bruich and Bilson Eleven lead the way.
- Book tickets for a show, because both the Citizens Theatre and the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall are great places to visit.
- Go on any of the wonderful tours that start in Glasgow. Whether it be a trip to Loch Lomond, a visit to a famous distillery or an escape to the highlands, Glasgow is a great hub to see a lot more of Scotland. There is even a tour dedicated to the Netflix series Outlander.
