Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Belfast: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast is 45 minutes.
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Glasgow (the location of Glasgow International Airport).
The most popular route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS). Choose from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GLA to BFS is the 06:05 easyJet option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:20 with easyJet.
To avoid rushing for your GLA to Belfast flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can book a direct Glasgow International Airport to Belfast ticket. Start your trip at GLA and end it at Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Aer Lingus. This carrier operates direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near GLA? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Belfast
19 € is currently the best price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Belfast flight. A return plane ticket starts from 36 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from GLA to Belfast.
June is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Glasgow International Airport to Belfast tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 2 hours.
Consider staying in a hotel close to BFS if you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Follow your own route with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and find adventure across Belfast and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks before your flight from GLA to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near BHD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your GLA to Belfast flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Sixt and Alamo.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from BHD two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Before locking in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Belfast offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Glasgow International Airport to Belfast plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to Belfast in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are popular attractions which should feature on any good Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Belfast. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.