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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Manchester to Belfast City Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 06:05 and lands at 07:16
• Latest: departs at 19:55 and lands at 21:06.

The flight takes about 1h 11m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Manchester to Belfast City Airport.

A direct flight from Manchester to Belfast City Airport takes 1h 11m, covering 170 miles.

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

Return flights from Manchester to Belfast City Airport range from £65 to £112, with an average of £85 over the past 12 months. Anything below £65 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the £85 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £85 return, compared with £318 via a stopover through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £17–£76 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The ATR 72-201 / 202 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aer Lingus and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Manchester to Belfast City Airport flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Manchester to Belfast City Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £42, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

Belfast City Airport (BHD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £10 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Sixt
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• Hertz

Flights from Manchester to Belfast City Airport usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Belfast City (BHD).

Most connecting flights from Manchester to Belfast City Airport pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Manchester to Belfast City Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £67 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £100, a difference of £32.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Manchester and Belfast City Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Aer Lingus
• easyJet

Some of the most popular sights in Belfast City Airport are Waterfront Hall, SSE Arena, and Grand Opera House. These are among the most viewed places in Belfast City Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Manchester to Belfast City Airport flights:

• easyJet: 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.

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
• Aer Lingus: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: 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.

Belfast Airport is very close to Belfast city centre and you can travel here very quickly. The train takes around 8 minutes and the dedicated bus lines around 12 minutes. If you hire a taxi or have a rental car, it is about a 6-minute drive. If you are feeling energetic, the walk is 1 hour.

easyJet meals are not included in the flight price, so you will need to pre-order or order on board. They serve a selection of sandwiches and snack foods, hot drinks, and a small selection of alcoholic beverages. You are allowed to travel with small carry-on snacks.

Aer Lingus wins the environmental game on this route. They are able to save up to 59% less carbon emissions per passenger on every leg of the flight.  Aer Lingus are replacing older aircraft with more fuel-efficient aircraft and reducing the carbon load by using more sustainable fuel options.

If you are flying with easyJet, it is imperative that you enquire with the airline before to see if your reduced mobility or other disability needs are covered. Normally, the airports you are using to fly will offer the main assistance of getting to your check-in and departure. Make sure your needs are met by checking ahead.