Flying from Belfast to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Belfast has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Belfast to Los Angeles leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Touch down in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind Belfast.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Belfast to Los Angeles flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Los Angeles
To find cheap Belfast to Los Angeles flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Belfast to Los Angeles across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's a better deal on cheap flights from Belfast to Los Angeles.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Belfast to Los Angeles flights.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Belfast to Los Angeles flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Belfast International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the departures from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% land on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Think about adding a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a key stopover on a Belfast to Los Angeles flight departing George Best Belfast City Airport. Use a longer layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a short break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
BHD is around 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Belfast to Los Angeles? Kick back in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your Belfast to Los Angeles flight.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Belfast to Los Angeles has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Belfast to Los Angeles:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Van Nuys Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from VNY in advance so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
May is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Los Angeles, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Belfast to Los Angeles tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Los Angeles around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Belfast to Los Angeles, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.