Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport is 45 minutes.
Glasgow and Belfast are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Flights from GLA to BHD start at 06:40 — the earliest with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 18:45 with Aer Lingus. Overall, you can take your pick of 96 weekly Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your GLA to BHD flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Aer Lingus has direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City 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.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Aer Lingus on this route.
Among carriers operating GLA to BHD flights, Aer Lingus is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GLA and BHD include:
Birmingham International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
London City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport flight is $31. A round-trip fare is currently $60. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from GLA to BHD, book your trip six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
70.07% of flights taking off from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near GLA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Reserve a hotel near BHD if you have a late Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Belfast and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from George Best Belfast City Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to central Belfast
George Best Belfast City Airport to the centre of Belfast has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Belfast in February.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to BHD in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Belfast, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Travel about 354 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.