Travelling from Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 45 minutes.
Glasgow and Belfast follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
Every week, there are 18 Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, take the 06:05 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:20 with easyJet.
To ensure you get on your GLA to BFS flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Flying into Belfast (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport.
EasyJet is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
EasyJet ranks as the top on-time carrier for GLA to BFS flights, with 84.57% of services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport. These are the top stopovers between GLA and BFS:
London Gatwick Airport
London Stansted Airport
Birmingham Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport flight is $29. A return fare is currently $60. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from GLA to BFS by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from GLA to BFS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
81% of flights departing from Glasgow Intl Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from GLA.
Glasgow Intl Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near GLA. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Belfast International Airport (BFS)
If you're coming in on a late Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near BFS:
Travel at your own pace with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and chase adventure across Belfast and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Belfast based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Book your flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Belfast International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GLA to BFS in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Belfast is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 274 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a visit to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.
