Cheap Flights from Southampton to Belfast

This information is correct as of February 2016

Airlines that fly from Southampton to Belfast

Flybe is currently the only airline offering direct flights from Southampton to Belfast. The airline flies to Belfast-City. There are currently no flights between Southampton and Belfast-International.

Terminal Information – Departing

Southampton Airport has one terminal. You'll find a small but serviceable range of shops and eateries in the departure lounge. There's a WH Smith if you need some snacks or a magazine to read on the 'plane, and a World Duty Free if you want to browse some luxury goods. If you're hungry you can enjoy a coffee and a sandwich at Costa, or a bigger meal at The Olive Tree. There's also a bar, The Globe Bar and Kitchen, located just before security. Free Wi-Fi is available for up to four hours. Southampton Airport has one executive lounge, The Priority Lounge, and access starts at £10* per person. Complimentary snacks and better Wi-Fi are available inside, ideal if you have a bit of work to finish before boarding your flight to Belfast.

Terminal Information – Arriving

Belfast City is ideal for business travellers or anyone on a tight schedule as it's only three miles from the city centre. The Airport Express 600 bus is the easiest way to get into town, and goes direct to the Europa bus station in the city centre. Single tickets are £2.50* and can be purchased from the driver. If you're really in a hurry, you can grab a taxi from the rank outside the arrivals hall. Expect to pay about £10* for a trip into town. If you prefer to drive yourself you can hire a car at Belfast City Airport. Remember to compare prices with Skyscanner. Car hire firms at the airport include Avis, Budget, Europcar and Hertz.

Practical Information

You don't need a passport to fly between Southampton and Belfast. You will need to show some photographic identification at the departure gate. We recommend checking Flybe's website for an up to date list of acceptable ID on domestic routes. Usually driving licenses, NUS cards, and passports that have expired within the past two years are fine. We recommend arriving at the airport at least one hour before your flight is scheduled to depart, or a little earlier if you're flying during the summer.

What to expect in Belfast

Northern Irish banknotes are different to English banknotes. If you bring any back to Southampton you might have some trouble spending them. Either withdraw enough cash before leaving England or only take out a small amount of money once you arrive. Belfast is slightly colder than Southampton, with an average summer temperature of 15°C and a winter temperature of 4°C. Prices in Belfast are slightly lower than Southampton. You can enjoy dinner for two in Belfast for about £36* although the price of beer is roughly the same.  For more in-depth information, visit our Belfast Travel Guide.

*Prices subject to change