Flying from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the best departure point for your flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA). Explore the options for setting off from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD), the city's main airports.
The average duration of a direct Belfast to East Midlands Airport flight is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Nottingham's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast. East Midlands Airport is located in Nottingham.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services every week. You can get from BFS to EMA on Ryanair UK's 6:20am flight.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Belfast to EMA. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Fly without interruptions from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Direct flights from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport with Ryanair UK. This well-known airline offers services from BFS.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Ryanair UK Ltd between BFS and EMA.
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Belfast International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from BFS reach their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
You can book a direct Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA) plane ticket with departures from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Figure out if flying from BHD works better for your plans.
From BHD, direct flights from Belfast to EMA can be booked with Aer Lingus.
Aer Lingus is the top choice for travellers flying from BHD to EMA.
Want a carrier that's known for punctuality? Choose Aer Lingus. 81.25% of its flights between George Best Belfast City Airport and East Midlands Airport land on schedule.
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Belfast to EMA flight? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
The majority of flights that depart George Best Belfast City Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Book a hotel near EMA if you have a late flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Belfast to East Midlands Airport flight.
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
From East Midlands Airport, central Nottingham is around 23 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
$34 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to East Midlands Airport. A return flight starts at $68. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to EMA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA). Visit Nottingham in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Nottingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your Belfast to EMA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to East Midlands Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Nottingham
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nottingham:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Nottingham Castle, City of Caves and Wollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park are must-visits when exploring Nottingham.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Nottingham has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres southeast of Nottingham, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres southwest of Nottingham. No trip is complete without visiting Banksey, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol Floating Harbour.