Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is 11 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from SYD to Belfast. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
You can visit United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Australia. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Belfast, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
SYD is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 27 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Belfast, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Belfast
$649 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Belfast. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,581. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SYD to Belfast, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
It'll take around 2 hours and 2 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to BFS if you're catching a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Belfast. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is roughly 8 kilometres from central Belfast. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Belfast, it'll take you around 12 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 22 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BHD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from SYD to Belfast:
Best time to go to Belfast
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Belfast. August is the most popular month to travel to Belfast. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Belfast in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SYD to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Belfast right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Belfast:
Titanic Belfast and Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Belfast itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Botanic Gardens.
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