Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Belfast: what you need to know
London (the location of London Heathrow Airport) and Belfast share the same timezone — UTC+0.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is the most traveled route, with 217 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from LHR to BHD is with British Airways at 19:25. Go for the first departure operated by British Airways at 06:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from LHR to Belfast.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
Nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Belfast are available for booking. George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is where you'll complete your journey.
Take to the skies with British Airways. This popular airline operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast.
You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within United Kingdom. You will need a valid identity document though, such as an ID card or driver's license. Add them to your packing checklist once you've booked cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast.
LHR is about 31 kilometers from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 1 minute.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Belfast
AED 158 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast. A return flight starts at AED 362. These fares can change depending on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from LHR to Belfast by booking 3 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast is November. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 2 minutes.
If you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city center in about 12 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometers from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take approximately 22 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near BHD. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from LHR to Belfast at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Belfast in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from LHR to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are top sights which should be on every Belfast itinerary.
Complete your Belfast trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Belfast and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Belfast.