Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Belfast: what you need to know
Belfast and London (where London City Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
The busiest route is from London City Airport (LCY) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Take your pick of 15 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LCY to BHD is the 08:40 British Airways option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 19:55 with British Airways.
Leave plenty of time to get on your LCY to Belfast flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Begin your trip at LCY and travel straight to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). That's where you can expect to land when searching for London City Airport to Belfast tickets.
Book your favourite seat with British Airways. This popular airline operates direct flights from London City Airport to Belfast.
The journey from central London to LCY takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kms (6 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near LCY? If you're catching an early flight from London City Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
London City Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LCY make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Belfast
£84 is currently the best price for a one-way London City Airport to Belfast flight. A return plane ticket starts from £159. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LCY to Belfast.
The best month for finding cheap London City Airport to Belfast tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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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 around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London City Airport to Belfast. Book one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LCY to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from London City Airport to Belfast has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Public transport will get you there in around 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to BHD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LCY to Belfast flight at one of these well-located options:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
September is the most popular month for flights from London City Airport to Belfast. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Belfast in January.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your London City Airport to Belfast plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LCY to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Belfast, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Titanic People, Titanic Shipyard and Titanic Belfast are top attractions which should feature on every Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Belfast. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the southeast, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 354 kms (220 miles) southeast of Belfast, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.