Travelling from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Get your trip started at George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD), the main airport in Belfast. Look for flights from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) that leave from this terminal.
Aberdeen (where Aberdeen International Airport is located) and Belfast share the UTC+0 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to ABZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Belfast International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BFS make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
You can book a direct Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) plane ticket out of George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Check if flying out of BHD makes more sense for your journey.
From BHD, direct flights from Belfast to ABZ can be booked with Loganair.
Loganair is the most popular choice for passengers flying from BHD to ABZ.
You can arrive at BHD from central Belfast in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kms (3 miles) or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to ABZ flight, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
Flights from George Best Belfast City Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them landing as planned.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ABZ instead:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
From Aberdeen International Airport, central Aberdeen is around 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
£44 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport. Return flights start from £107. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Belfast to ABZ by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). September is when most people travel to Aberdeen. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
Lock in a Belfast to ABZ plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Aberdeen to range from 10ºC to 18ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 6ºC.
More about Aberdeen
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Aberdeen:
Your Aberdeen visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include St. Andrew's Cathedral, Aberdeen beach front and Arts Centre & Theatre Aberdeen.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Aberdeen will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 193 kms (120 miles) southwest of Aberdeen, a trip to Glasgow will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Glasgow Cathedral, King's Theatre and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Edinburgh is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 153 kms (95 miles) southwest of Aberdeen. No journey is complete without a visit to Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock.