Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to London Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to London Stansted Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast.
Take your pick of 34 weekly Belfast International Airport to London Stansted Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair UK is the earliest available. Ryanair UK operates the last service of the day at 23:30.
To ensure you get on your BFS to STN flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ryanair UK Ltd offers direct flights from Belfast International Airport to London Stansted Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in London — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Ryanair UK Ltd.
EasyJet tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for BFS to STN flights, with 82.99% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Belfast International Airport to London Stansted Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between BFS and STN include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Geneva Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
82% of flights leaving Belfast International Airport land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of BFS.
Central Belfast to Belfast International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BFS? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast International Airport to London Stansted Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Stansted Airport (STN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Belfast International Airport to London Stansted Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near STN instead:
Pick up a London Stansted Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from London Stansted Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to London Stansted Airport (STN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Belfast International Airport to London Stansted Airport. August is the most popular month to visit London. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Belfast International Airport to London Stansted Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BFS to STN in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.


