Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Belfast: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 18 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Belfast.
London (the location of Stansted Airport) and Belfast share the same timezone — UTC+0.
With 154 weekly flights between the two airports, Stansted Airport (STN) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) is the most popular route. Ryanair UK Ltd. Operates the earliest flight at 05:55. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from STN to BFS is with Ryanair UK Ltd. At 22:35.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from STN to Belfast. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can book a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Belfast. Start your journey at STN and arrive at Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Keep your eyes peeled for offers from easyJet. This carrier operates direct flights from Stansted Airport to Belfast.
When flying within United Kingdom, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present some form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Stansted Airport to Belfast, make sure your ID is up to date.
Located around 64 kilometres from the centre of London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 27 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near STN? If you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Belfast, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Belfast
17 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Stansted Airport to Belfast. Return flights start at 35 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from STN to Belfast by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Stansted Airport to Belfast. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 2 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stansted Airport to Belfast. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
As soon as your flight from Stansted Airport to Belfast has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 12 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 22 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near BHD. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from STN to Belfast at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Belfast
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Belfast. August is the busiest month to visit Belfast. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Stansted Airport to Belfast for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 19ºC.
Search for cheap flights from STN to Belfast in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Belfast
Once you've booked your flight from Stansted Airport to Belfast, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belfast:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are attractions you won't want to skip in Belfast.
Complete your Belfast trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Belfast and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one place to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Stansted Airport to Belfast.