Travelling from New York to Belfast: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from New York to Belfast, there's a good range of airports you can jet off from. New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are some of New York's main terminals.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) and Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's major gateways.
Belfast is five hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your New York to Belfast flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Belfast
To pick up cheap New York to Belfast flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' New York to Belfast flights.
Flying from New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper New York to Belfast flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
JFK is around 21 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from New York to Belfast? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near New York John F. Kennedy Airport:
73% of flights that leave from New York John F. Kennedy Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your New York to Belfast flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between New York Newark Airport and Belfast:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near New York Newark Airport the day before your flight from New York to Belfast:
71% of flights taking off from New York Newark Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey time to LGA from the centre of New York is around 55 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Belfast flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that leave from LGA make it to their destination within the expected time frame 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BFS:
Travel at your own pace with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and venture far and wide through Belfast and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Central Belfast is located around 5 kilometres from Belfast City Airport (BHD). After your flight from New York to Belfast has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 25 minutes.
After your flight from New York to Belfast, settle in at a hotel near BHD. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Belfast City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
September is the busiest month for flights from New York to Belfast. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Belfast in February.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your New York to Belfast ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap flights from New York to Belfast around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Belfast, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Titanic Belfast and St Anne’s Cathedral, Belfast are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Belfast travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Grand Opera House.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Belfast, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Travel about 274 kilometres southeast to Manchester to tick off its leading attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Science and Industry Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 354 kilometres southeast of Belfast. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome and Bournville Experience are key highlights.
