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

• Earliest: departs at 08:50 and lands at 10:26
• Latest: departs at 19:40 and lands at 21:16.

The flight takes about 1h 36m.

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

A direct flight from Southampton to Belfast City Airport takes 1h 36m, covering 316 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 Southampton to Belfast City Airport range from £105 to £167, with an average of £130 over the past 12 months. Anything below £105 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the £130 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £18–£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.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Southampton to Belfast City Airport flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Southampton to Belfast City Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £82, which is 37% above 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 Southampton to Belfast City Airport usually depart from Southampton Eastleigh (SOU) and arrive at Belfast City (BHD).

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Southampton to Belfast City Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £113 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £166, a difference of £53.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Only Aer Lingus operates flights between Southampton and Belfast City Airport.

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 Southampton to Belfast City Airport flights:

• 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:

• 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.

It takes about 10min by train from Southampton Central Station or around 35min by bus from the Civic Centre. To get from Belfast City Airport to the city centre, catch the Line 1 train (it’s around a 7min trip) or the Line 600 bus, taking about 13min. You could book car hire through KAYAK; the major suppliers have kiosks inside the terminal. Being a small airport, you can collect your vehicle when you've landed with minimum hassle.

You can get special assistance for all types of requirements by letting your airline or travel agent know at least 48h before you fly. They'll pass it on to the airport's mobility-assistance team. Staff will assist you with transport, shopping and other needs. Most facilities have accessibility features. You can also get limited-mobility assistance throughout Belfast City Airport. It's best to arrange this in advance; otherwise, staff will assist as much as possible.

If you're concerned about sustainable travel, Eastern Airways is the clear choice to reduce your carbon footprint on this route. You can save over 50% on emissions with this carrier, compared to the others that fly the route. Hahn Air is another good choice; its flights emit just under 30% less carbon on average than others.

The advantage of flying to Belfast City Airport rather than Belfast International Airport (BFS), which has more facilities, is that the former is more convenient. It's closer to the city centre than Belfast International, for a start. It's also not as crowded and quicker to navigate, so you can be on your way with less fuss, especially if you're travelling with children.