Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Belfast: what you need to know
Belfast is one hour behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located. Belfast runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your FRA to Belfast flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from FRA to Belfast, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
FRA is around 7 miles from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, data shows 67.47% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Belfast
£81 is currently the best price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Belfast flight. Return plane tickets start from £188. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from FRA to Belfast. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Belfast across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 20 miles away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 2 hours.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Belfast, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Follow your own route with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and find adventure across Belfast and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from FRA to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is roughly 5 miles from central Belfast. Once you've disembarked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Belfast, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to BHD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your FRA to Belfast flight:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from BHD two weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Before scheduling your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Belfast, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Belfast offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
When booking your Frankfurt Airport to Belfast plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Belfast around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Belfast, explore our selection of hotels including:
Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Titanic Belfast are a couple of big attractions to put on your Belfast must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Belfast. Around 220 miles away to the south-east, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 260 miles south-east of Belfast, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.