Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Belfast: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast.
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Birmingham (the location of Birmingham International Airport).
The busiest route is from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Take your pick of 107 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BHX to BHD is the 08:35 Aer Lingus service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 19:40 with Aer Lingus.
To ensure you catch your flight from BHX to Belfast, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast. Start your trip at BHX and end it at Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Aer Lingus is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast.
You won't need a visa or passport to fly within United Kingdom. You will need a valid identity document though, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing list after booking your cheap tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast.
The journey from central Birmingham to BHX takes approximately 48 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near BHX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Belfast
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast is R 444. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 814. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from BHX to Belfast, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 2 hours and 2 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BFS:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 12 minutes by car. Central Belfast is approximately 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The trip will take roughly 22 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near BHD. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from BHX to Belfast at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Belfast, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC. Book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from BHX to Belfast in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Belfast
After booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Belfast, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are must-visits when exploring Belfast.
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