Travelling from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Belfast: what you need to know
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Aberdeen (the location of Aberdeen International Airport).
With five weekly departures between the two airports, Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is the most popular route. Hop on Loganair's 07:50 flight to get your journey from ABZ to BHD underway.
Leave enough time to get on your ABZ to Belfast flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast tickets are available for booking. George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is where you'll be touching down.
Loganair is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast.
Travelling from central Aberdeen to ABZ takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ABZ:
When it comes to Aberdeen International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.69% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Belfast
$86 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $180. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from ABZ to Belfast by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Hit the road running 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 possible rate by booking your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ABZ to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. Once you've disembarked your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your ABZ to Belfast flight, settle in at a hotel close to BHD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Budget, Sixt and Alamo.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from BHD two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Visit Belfast in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book an Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABZ to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Belfast, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Titanic Belfast are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Belfast itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Belfast. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-east, popular 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 trip is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.