Travelling from Belfast to Paphos International Airport (PFO): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Belfast. Explore your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when reserving your flight from Belfast to Paphos International Airport (PFO).
Jump on a direct Belfast to Paphos International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 20 minutes.
Paphos is two hours ahead of Belfast. Paphos International Airport is located in Paphos, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Belfast to PFO.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
You can jump on a direct flight from Belfast to Paphos International Airport (PFO) leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Jet2 is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Belfast to Paphos International Airport leaving from BFS.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between BFS and PFO is Jet2.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Belfast to PFO leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
Booked an early flight from Belfast to Paphos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
67.55% of flights taking off from Belfast International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Paphos International Airport. Check out these connections between George Best Belfast City Airport and PFO:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Belfast to PFO flight? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Paphos International Airport (PFO)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Paphos International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near PFO and turn out the lights sooner:
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To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Belfast to Paphos International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Paphos International Airport (PFO)
Right now, 58 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Paphos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 125 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Belfast to PFO.
The best month for landing cheap Belfast to Paphos International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Paphos International Airport (PFO)
April is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Paphos International Airport (PFO), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Paphos based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Belfast to PFO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Paphos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Paphos International Airport in February when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Paphos
After booking your flight from Belfast to Paphos International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paphos:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Paphos when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at House of Dionysos followed by Paphos Mosaics and Pafos.
Explore more of Cyprus
Paphos is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Cyprus just waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres east of Paphos, a visit to Larnaca will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Sunset point, Mackenzie Beach and Old Turkish Quarter (Skala).
If there's time to check out another corner of Cyprus, head for Famagusta, about 145 kilometres east of Paphos. Silver Beach, Glapsides Beach and the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque (St. Nicolas Cathedral) are the start of reasons to visit.