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Direct flights
You can fly direct with easyJet, British Airways, and Ryanair. Average duration is 1h 22m
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Cheapest • 56% average savings
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £111 (return)
Shortest trip • 9h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Belfast to London

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Belfast to London flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Belfast to London flight route?

Belfast City Airport (BHD) to London Southend Airport (SEN) is the cheapest Belfast to London route, averaging £54 return. Other Belfast to London routes average £133, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Belfast to London?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Belfast to London. It’s 0% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Belfast to London?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Belfast to London at £62 return.
•July (£117) and August (£115) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Belfast to London the cheapest?

Flights from Belfast to London are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Belfast to London

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on easyJet

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Key details for Belfast to London flights

Low season

March
Beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in traveller numbers.

When to book flights from Belfast to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Belfast to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Belfast to London flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Belfast to London?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Belfast to London:

    • Earliest: departs at 05:55 and lands at 07:17
    • Latest: departs at 22:10 and lands at 23:32.

    The flight takes about 1h 22m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Belfast to London?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Belfast to London:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Belfast to London?

    A direct flight from Belfast to London takes 1h 22m, covering 322 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Belfast to London?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Belfast to London flight?

    Return flights from Belfast to London range from £58 to £145, with an average of £88 over the past 12 months. Anything below £58 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Belfast to London flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the £88 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Belfast to London?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £88 return, compared with £111 via a stopover through Glasgow Intl (GLA).

  • How are flight departures from Belfast to London spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Belfast to London flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, Evening flights for 22%, and Night flights for 3%.

  • What car hire options are available in London?

    Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around £5:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

    Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around £6:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • U-Save
    • Europcar
    • Alamo

    Near London City Airport (LCY) – daily rates from around £8:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Sixt

    Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates from around £8:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

    Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates from around £7:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • U-Save

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Belfast to London?

    Flights from Belfast to London may depart from several airports in Belfast area, including Belfast Intl (BFS) and Belfast City (BHD), with arrivals available at airports in London such as London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Belfast to London?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Belfast to London?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Belfast to London route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 52m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Belfast to London pass through?

    Connecting flights from Belfast to London most commonly pass through:

    • Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) – 86% of one-stop connections
    • Glasgow Intl (GLA) – 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Belfast to London?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Belfast to London. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £89 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £110, a difference of £21.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Belfast to London?

    3 airlines operate flights between Belfast and London. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • easyJet
    • British Airways
    • Ryanair

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Belfast to London?

    Flying via Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 50m, compared to 13h 24m via Glasgow Intl (GLA).

  • What popular places can I visit in London?

    Some of the most popular sights in London are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Belfast to London flights?

    Among airlines operating Belfast to London flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection
    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection
    • Aer Lingus: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Belfast to London flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Belfast to London flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average £89, about £21 less than Saturday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Belfast to London trip for November. Fares historically average £62 return in that month – typically £55 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Ryanair. Over the past three months, 87% of Ryanair flights from Belfast to London arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 52m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near London City Airport

    • Good Hotel London
    • Aloft London Excel
    • Novotel London Excel

    Near London Heathrow Airport

    • Hilton London Heathrow Airport

    Near London Gatwick Airport

    • Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Belfast to London?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Belfast to London, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Belfast to London

Monday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

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Tuesday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

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Wednesday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

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Thursday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

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Friday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

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Saturday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

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Direct returns

London to Belfast

Monday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Friday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways,Ryanair,easyJet

British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

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