Flying from Belfast to London International Airport (YXU): What you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to London International Airport (YXU) departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
London International Airport is located in London. The city runs on the UTC-4 timezone and is four hours behind Belfast.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Belfast to YXU. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 2 hours.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Belfast International Airport, data shows 67.55% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to YXU flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68.3%.
About London International Airport (YXU)
Have a late flight from Belfast to London International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near YXU and turn out the lights sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up a London International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Avis or National and explore beyond London's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Belfast to London International Airport flight.
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
London International Airport to the centre of London is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to London International Airport (YXU)
385 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to London International Airport. A return flight starts at 1.078 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Belfast to YXU. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Belfast to London International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to London International Airport (YXU)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Belfast to London International Airport (YXU). August is the busiest month to travel to London. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in November.
Book a Belfast to YXU plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to London International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about London
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There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village are leading attractions which should feature on every London itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include CN Tower, Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Canada, head for Mississauga, about 137 kilometres north-east of London. Lake Ontario, Xtreme Escape Adventures and Lake Aquitaine Trail are among the biggest draws.