Flights London to Belfast

How long is the London flight to Belfast?

The flight duration is about one hour and 25 minutes. The flight path of this trip is about 322 miles.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

Arrive at least two hours prior to your departure time.

What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to Belfast?

Close to mountains, Belfast's climate can change in a short time, so be prepared for all weather conditions.

Five airlines offer the chance of city breaks to Belfast from London:

• British Airways, the UK's flag carrier.
• Easyjet, a low-cost operator.
• Ryanair, an Irish, no-frills airline.
• FlyBe, based in Exeter.
• Aer Lingus, Ireland's flag carrier.

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In July, visitors can enjoy the city's blooming Rose Week, as well as the Grand Opera House's Family Festival, so this is a great time to travel to Belfast in what should be great weather.

Useful information about Heathrow Airport

Heathrow is the busiest UK air hub.

How to get to the airport:

• Train – 35 minutes, £25.
• Underground – runs 24/7, £6.

Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi, designated smoking areas outside, restaurants and shops in the airport and nearby.

Useful information about Gatwick Airport

Gatwick is in West Sussex.

How to get to the airport:

• Coach – one hour, £10.
• Train – 30 minutes, £20.
• Taxi – one hour, £45.

Services: open 24 hours, free Wi-Fi, designated smoking zones outside, food outlets operating 24/7.

Useful information about Southend Airport

Southend Airport is easy to reach from the city centre.

How to get to the airport:

• Rail – 65 minutes, £17.
• Taxi – 90 minutes, £60 to £70.

Services: open 24 hours, free Wi-Fi, designated smoking zones, many food outlets.

Useful information about Stansted Airport

Stansted Airport is located close to Bishop's Stortford.

How to get to the airport:

• Rail – 45 minutes, £17.
• Taxi – 60 minutes, £60 to £80.

Services: open 24 hours, free Wi-Fi, marked exterior smoking areas, fast food outlets and restaurants.

Useful information about George Best Belfast City Airport

George Best Belfast City Airport is a short distance from the city centre.

How to get to the city centre from the airport:

• Rail – seven minutes, £3.
• Taxi – about 10 minutes, £10 to £12.
• Bus – Airlink 600, £2.50.

Services: open 24 hours, free Wi-Fi access for four hours, marked outdoor smoking zones, several food outlets.

Useful information about Belfast International Airport

Belfast International Airport is the largest airport in the region.

How to get to the city centre from the airport:

• Bus – 300 route, seven days per week, £8.
• Taxi – 30 to 35 minutes, £32.

Services: open 24 hours, free Wi-Fi access for two hours, marked outdoor smoking zones, shopping and food outlets.

• Visit the Titanic Quarter, where the heart of the city's old ship building industry used to be and where the most famous passenger liner of the 20th century was built.
• Tour around Belfast City Hall and the nearby shopping streets.
• Spend some time in Belfast's pubs, such as the Duke of York or the Crown Liquor Saloon.
• Visit the Peave Walls. Due to the period known as "The Troubles" in the late 1960s, the city built these huge walls to separate Republican and Nationalist Catholic neighbourhoods from one another. Thankfully no longer required, the walls are set to be torn down by 2023, so make sure you get to see a part of Northern Ireland's history while you still can.
• Visit Stormont, the Northern Irish Parliament Buildings. Set in beautiful parkland, it is hard to imagine that this is just 15 minutes outside of the city centre.