Belfast International Airport.
There are two airports in Belfast – George Best Belfast City Airport and Belfast International Airport. Jet2.com flies from Belfast International Airport (BFS) but is also known as Aldergrove Airport – so don’t worry if you hear this name instead!
What airport do you fly into for Belfast?
Belfast International Airport
Belfast International Airport (BFS), is approximately 20 miles from Belfast city centre and handles both international and domestic flights. The other airport, George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is situated 2 miles from the city centre and mainly handles domestic flights within Ireland and the UK.
Is Belfast City Airport the same as George Best airport?
The airport began commercial operations in 1983, and was known as “Belfast City Airport” until it was renamed in 2006 in memory of George Best, the professional footballer from Belfast.
Why does Belfast have 2 airports?
As Belfast Harbour it was more convenient for the city and over the years grew at the expense of BFS . Classic market fragmentation, meaning two local airports compete for limited spoils.
How many Belfast airports are there?
two airports
Yes, there are two airports. Belfast City and Belfast International.
What is the difference between Belfast International and Belfast City?
There are only two operating airports in Belfast, Belfast City Airport (BHD) and Belfast International Airport (BFS). BHD serves mostly intra-UK flights while BFS handles both domestic and international flights. BFS is the main airport in Belfast.
Do you need a PCR test to fly into Belfast?
Travelling within the Common Travel Area (CTA)
There are no restrictions or testing requirements if you’re travelling from one region to another within the CTA (UK, Guernsey, Jersey, Isle of Man or the Republic of Ireland). This includes travelling to Northern Ireland via the Republic of Ireland from overseas.
How far is Belfast International Airport from Belfast?
31.5 km away
Belfast International Airport is located 31.5 km away from the city centre of Belfast. The journey from Belfast International Airport to the city centre will take around 30 minutes in a taxi or by private transfer and around 40 minutes if you take the Airport Express 300 bus.
How much is a taxi from Belfast city centre to Belfast City Airport?
around £38.00
The quickest and most convenient transfer option is taking a Belfast City Airport taxi or private transfer, which takes about 10 minutes to reach the city centre and costs around £38.00 (€45.00).
How do I get from Belfast airport to Belfast?
BELFAST INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Translink runs a regular airport service between Belfast International and Europa Bus Centre in Belfast city centre. It is route number 300 and the airport stop is just outside the terminal doors.
Is Belfast more Catholic or Protestant?
These figures based on the 2021 census at district level mask wide variations on smaller scales. In the Belfast City Council and Derry and Strabane District Council areas, the figures at ward level vary from 99% Protestant to 92% Catholic.
Does easyJet fly into Belfast City Airport?
We currently have seven airline partners; Aer Lingus, Aer Lingus Regional, British Airways, easyJet, Flybe, KLM, and Loganair, and together we fly passengers from the very heart of Belfast city to 25 popular destinations across the UK and Europe.
How far is Belfast City from airport?
Belfast City Airport is located just five minutes from the city centre, making it the ideal gateway to explore Belfast and beyond.
Where is the cheapest place to fly from Belfast?
- Alicante January 2024. from £49. Antalya November 2023. from £78. Faro November 2023. from £57.
- Fuerteventura February 2024. from £83. Gran Canaria January 2024. from £73. Lanzarote January 2024. from £90.
- Malaga November 2023. from £59. Paphos November 2023. from £113.
- Reykjavik March 2024. from £189. Tenerife January 2024. from £83.
Is Belfast more British or Irish?
In 2021: 42.8% identified as British, alone or with other national identities. 33.3% identified as Irish, alone or with other national identities. 31.5% identified as Northern Irish, alone or with other national identities.
How long do I need to be at Belfast International Airport before my flight?
2 hours
We generally advise passengers to arrive 2 hours prior departure however some airlines may advise you to arrive earlier than this.
What documents do I need to travel to Belfast?
For UK nationals a passport is not strictly necessary but photographic identification is required. Check with your airline/ferry company as requirements vary. For other nationals a valid passport or national identity card required.
Is Belfast a UK domestic flight?
Flying to Belfast from mainland UK is quick and painless. This is a domestic route, so you can usually whiz through security without much faff.
Can I fly to Belfast without a passport?
Most people need a valid passport to enter the Republic or Northern Ireland but there are some exceptions: If you’re a UK citizen, you can also use official photo identification.
How much is a taxi from Dublin Airport to Belfast?
Taxi fare from Dublin airport to Belfast
The applied rate for long distances is €1.80/km or €0.64/min, in slow traffic conditions. The overall taxi fare should be around €250 to €280.
How much is a pint of beer in Belfast?
5. Re: beer prices. Price of a pint in and around there will be £3-10 or £3-20 for the likes of Harp or Carlsberg.