Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Belfast: what you need to know
Cardiff (the location of Cardiff Airport) and Belfast share the same timezone — UTC+0.
Cardiff Airport (CWL) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is the most popular route, with seven flights a week to pick from. You can travel from CWL to BHD at 08:55 with Aer Lingus.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CWL to Belfast flight.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Start your journey at CWL and fly straight to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Cardiff Airport to Belfast tickets.
Get on board with Aer Lingus. This airline offers direct flights from Cardiff Airport to Belfast.
Travelling from central Cardiff to CWL takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near CWL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Belfast or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to Cardiff Airport's on-time performance, 66.16% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Belfast
Rs17,905 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Belfast flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs37,113. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from CWL to Belfast by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for picking up cheap Cardiff Airport to Belfast tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 2 hours if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Explore without limits with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and see more of Belfast and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from CWL to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. After your flight from Cardiff Airport to Belfast, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
Following your CWL to Belfast flight, rest your head at a hotel near BHD. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from BHD two weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Belfast. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Belfast in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Cardiff Airport to Belfast flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 19ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CWL to Belfast in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Belfast
Once you've booked your flight from Cardiff Airport to Belfast, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belfast:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are essential stops on your Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Belfast, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Journey about 354 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.