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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £30. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Belfast.£12 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £12, select.
Belfast.£15 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £15, select.
Belfast.£15 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £15, select.
Belfast.£15 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £15, select.
Belfast.£15 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £15, select.
Belfast.£17 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £17, select.
Belfast.£17 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £17, select.
Belfast.£29 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From £29, select.
Belfast.£29 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From £29, select.
Belfast.£30 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £30, select.
Belfast.£31 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.
Belfast.£31 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Belfast

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Belfast flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from £12
May
from £15
Jun
from £15
Jul
from £15
Aug
from £15
Sep
from £17
Oct
from £17
Nov
from £29
Dec
from £30
Jan
from £29
Feb
from £31
Mar
from £31

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Belfast

Alternative Edinburgh to Belfast routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Belfast? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Belfast City

2 miles from central Belfast
Closest
from £29
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Belfast International

12 miles from central Belfast
Cheapest
from £12
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Edinburgh to Belfast: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£12
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time53 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week116

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Belfast: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Belfast: Belfast City and Belfast International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Belfast is £30. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
52 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Belfast.
easyJet, Aer Lingus and British Airways fly direct from Edinburgh to Belfast.
As of April 2026, there are 116 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Belfast.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Belfast is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast on Friday, 17 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Belfast but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Belfast is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 8°C. August is typically the warmest month in Belfast, when it usually averages around 17°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Belfast.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast: what you need to know

  • Around 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast.

  • Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Edinburgh (the location of Edinburgh Airport).

  • With 34 weekly flights between the two airports, Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) is the busiest route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from EDI to BFS is with easyJet at 22:30.

  • Allow plenty of time to catch your EDI to Belfast flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Direct Edinburgh Airport to Belfast tickets are available for booking. Belfast International Airport (BFS) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Pick from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast. Reserve your trip with one of these:

  • EDI is around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:

  • When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast

  • £12 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Belfast flight. A return plane ticket right now is £30. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap flights from EDI to Belfast by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Edinburgh Airport to Belfast tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from EDI to Belfast is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast.

Airports in Belfast

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

  • The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 19 kms (12 miles). It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:

  • To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from EDI to Belfast.

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)

  • Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to BHD. Settle in and get cosy after your EDI to Belfast flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from BHD two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Belfast

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast, while September is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Belfast based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Before booking a Edinburgh Airport to Belfast plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 19ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from EDI to Belfast in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 8ºC on average.

More about Belfast

  • Start your Belfast trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Belfast, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Titanic People, Titanic Shipyard and Titanic Belfast are leading attractions which should be on any good Belfast itinerary.

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 Belfast. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 354 kms (220 miles) southeast of Belfast. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.

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