Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Belfast International Airport (BFS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport.
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Manchester.
Take your pick of 151 weekly Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair UK is the earliest flight available. Ryanair UK operates the last service of the day at 23:40.
Your MAN to BFS flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Ryanair UK is your gateway to exploring Belfast (and maybe even some other great corners of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport offered by this airline.
Ryanair UK tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAN and BFS:
Isle of Man Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
£15 is the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport flight. Return flights start at £32. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAN to BFS.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights that take off from Manchester Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Book a hotel near BFS if you're catching a late Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and chase adventure across Belfast and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast
From Belfast International Airport, Belfast is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 2 hours if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Belfast based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Belfast International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to BFS sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 220 miles south-east of Belfast, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 260 miles south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.
