Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Belfast: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Southampton Airport to Belfast and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Southampton (the location of Southampton Airport) and Belfast share the same timezone — UTC+0.
The most popular route is from Southampton Airport (SOU) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). You can choose from 56 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SOU to BHD is the 09:15 Aer Lingus service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 19:25 with Aer Lingus.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from SOU to Belfast. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Southampton Airport to Belfast that touches down at Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Book your ticket with Aer Lingus. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Southampton Airport to Belfast.
After booking your cheap tickets from Southampton Airport to Belfast, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't required since you're travelling within United Kingdom. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Southampton, SOU can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 26 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SOU? If you're catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Belfast
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Southampton Airport to Belfast is R 447. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 948. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from SOU to Belfast, book your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Southampton Airport to Belfast is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes about 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 2 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Southampton Airport to Belfast. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Central Belfast is located around 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). After your flight from Southampton Airport to Belfast has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 12 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 22 minutes.
After your flight from SOU to Belfast, rest your head at a hotel near BHD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the busiest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Belfast. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Belfast in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Southampton Airport to Belfast, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 19ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from SOU to Belfast around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Southampton Airport to Belfast, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are must-do's during your Belfast adventure.
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