Flying from Belfast to Frankfurt: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Belfast. Check out your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or Belfast City Airport (BHD) when booking your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Hahn Airport (HHN) are the chief entry points.
Frankfurt is one hour ahead of Belfast and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Belfast to Frankfurt flight.
Flying during a popular month like September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Frankfurt
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Belfast to Frankfurt flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Belfast to Frankfurt is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a sweet deal.
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Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it a breeze to find a Belfast to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Belfast International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Belfast International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BFS touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Belfast to Frankfurt flight, browse these options when taking off from Belfast City Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Palma - Majorca Airport (PMI)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 15 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt:
Flights from Belfast City Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down as planned.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Frankfurt and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Frankfurt am Main Airport about three weeks ahead of your Belfast to Frankfurt flight.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is around 105 kilometres from Hahn Airport (HHN). As soon as your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The trip will take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt, rest your head at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or taxi lines. Grab a Hahn Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
September is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Frankfurt. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Frankfurt in March.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Belfast to Frankfurt ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Frankfurt around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Educational institution Anne Frank, Main Tower and Staedel Museum are highlights which should be on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. About 418 kilometres northeast of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic.
If you want to check out another great destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.