Flying from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Nottingham's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast.
Take your pick of 20 weekly George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with Aer Lingus is the earliest you can take. Aer Lingus operates the last service of the day at 12:15.
Your BHD to EMA flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Jetting into Nottingham (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Aer Lingus. This popular airline offers direct flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Aer Lingus on this route.
Aer Lingus stands out as the most punctual carrier for BHD to EMA flights, with 83.33% of services landing on schedule.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport. Alicante-Elche Airport is a top stopover on the BHD to EMA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport flight is 51 €. A round-trip fare is currently 96 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BHD to EMA by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
68.3% of flights taking off from George Best Belfast City Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Belfast to George Best Belfast City Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BHD:
Arriving at East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EMA instead:
Pick up an East Midlands Airport rental car and explore Nottingham and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from East Midlands Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
East Midlands Airport to the centre of Nottingham has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The quietest month for a flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Nottingham based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to East Midlands Airport for July if you'd like to explore Nottingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHD to EMA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Nottingham. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 72 kilometres south-west of Nottingham, Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.