Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast.
Each week, there are 154 Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, pick the 05:45 Ryanair UK flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:00 with Ryanair UK.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BFS to STN flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Travelling to London (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is a snap with Ryanair UK. This popular carrier has direct flights from Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport.
Ryanair UK is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BFS and STN include:
Glasgow International Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Stansted Airport (STN)
$32 is the lowest price for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport flight. Return flights start from $68. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from BFS to STN by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BFS to STN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Belfast International Airport, 67.55% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Belfast International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BFS? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)
If you're arriving on a late Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near STN:
Pick up a Stansted Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Stansted Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
From Stansted Airport, London is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport. To skip the crowds, visit London in April.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Belfast International Airport to Stansted Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BFS to STN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, 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.