Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Belfast International Airport (BFS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.
Choose from 117 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight available. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 21:55.
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 plenty of time to catch your LGW to BFS flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
EasyJet has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Belfast — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
EasyJet is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and BFS:
Glasgow International Airport
Jersey Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Currently, 35 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 55 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from LGW to BFS by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LGW to BFS is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights leaving London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Belfast International Airport (BFS)
If you're getting in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Belfast International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar to explore Belfast and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast
From Belfast International Airport, Belfast is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
When to fly to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Belfast based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Belfast International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Belfast during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to BFS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a trip to Birmingham will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.