Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is six hours ahead of Edmonton, where Edmonton International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your YEG to Belfast flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 17 miles from central Edmonton, YEG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to YEG? If you're catching an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Belfast, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Edmonton International Airport, 69.55% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Belfast
£302 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Belfast flight. Return plane tickets start at £513. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from YEG to Belfast, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for an Edmonton International Airport to Belfast ticket.
There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from YEG to Belfast.
Save money on your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Belfast with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 20 miles. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BFS:
Pick up a Belfast International Airport rental car and discover Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from YEG to Belfast can help you get the lowest rate.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is roughly 5 miles from the centre of Belfast. Once you've disembarked your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Belfast, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to BHD. Unwind and get cosy after your YEG to Belfast flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Budget, Sixt and Alamo.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from BHD two weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Plan your trip to Belfast during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Edmonton International Airport to Belfast in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Edmonton International Airport to Belfast plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. 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). Search for a cheap ticket from YEG to Belfast around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
Once you've booked your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Belfast, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belfast:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are top attractions which should feature on every Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Belfast, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Journey around 220 miles south-east to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 260 miles south-east of Belfast, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
