Travelling from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Belfast: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 20 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Belfast.
London (the location of London Stansted Airport) and Belfast follow the same timezone — UTC+0.
London Stansted Airport (STN) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) is the most popular route, with 35 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from STN to BFS is with easyJet at 22:10. Choose the first departure operated by Ryanair UK at 05:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your STN to Belfast flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct London Stansted Airport to Belfast tickets are available for booking. Belfast International Airport (BFS) is where you'll complete your journey.
Take to the skies with easyJet. This popular airline operates direct flights from London Stansted Airport to Belfast.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to STN? If you've booked an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
London Stansted Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from STN arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Belfast
$28 is currently the best price for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Belfast flight. Return plane tickets start at $56. These fares can change based on demand.
To secure cheap flights from STN to Belfast, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure date.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to BFS if you're coming in on a late flight from London Stansted Airport to Belfast. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from STN to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Once your flight from London Stansted Airport to Belfast has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 5 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
After stepping off your STN to Belfast flight, rest your head at a hotel near BHD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
September is the most popular month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Belfast. To skip the crowds, visit Belfast in January.
Lock in a London Stansted Airport to Belfast plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Belfast
After booking your flight from London Stansted Airport to Belfast, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Titanic People, Titanic Shipyard and Titanic Belfast are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Belfast is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 274 kilometres southeast of Belfast, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 354 kilometres southeast of Belfast. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key highlights.