Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Belfast: what you need to know
Approximately 57 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast.
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Manchester (the location of Manchester Airport).
The most popular route is from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Belfast International Airport (BFS). There are 151 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from MAN to BFS is the 05:45 Ryanair UK Ltd. Service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:40 with Ryanair UK Ltd..
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from MAN to Belfast.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Belfast are available for booking. Belfast International Airport (BFS) is where you'll step off the plane.
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Manchester Airport to Belfast. Get on board with any of these:
After booking your cheap tickets from Manchester Airport to Belfast, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within United Kingdom. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Manchester, MAN can be reached in about 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Belfast
₹ 1,687 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Belfast. A return flight starts from ₹ 3,252. These fares may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from MAN to Belfast by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Manchester Airport to Belfast. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to BFS if you're taking a late flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. Following your flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast, it'll take you around 12 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 22 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MAN to Belfast, rest your head at a hotel close to BHD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Belfast, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Belfast in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from MAN to Belfast sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Belfast right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are leading attractions which should feature on any good Belfast itinerary.
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