Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Glasgow International 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.
Flights from GLA to BFS start from 06:05 — the earliest with easyJet. The latest departure is at 22:20 with easyJet. Overall, you can choose from 31 weekly Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GLA to BFS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
EasyJet is your gateway to discovering Belfast (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is easyJet.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between GLA and BFS include:
Birmingham International Airport
Bristol Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
At the moment, $36 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $71. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from GLA to BFS, reserve your journey seven months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GLA to BFS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near GLA:
Arriving at Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BFS if you're catching a late Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and find adventure across Belfast and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast
From Belfast International Airport, Belfast is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
When to fly to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Belfast based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Belfast International Airport for July if you want to go to Belfast during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to BFS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Belfast. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.