Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Austin, where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your AUS to Belfast flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from AUS to Belfast. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Austin to AUS takes about 3 hours 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Belfast? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to AUS:
81.23% of flights departing from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of AUS.
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Belfast
R 7,882 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Belfast flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,422. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from AUS to Belfast. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Belfast ticket.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 2 hours.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near BFS:
Pick up a Belfast International Airport rental car and discover Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from AUS to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Once your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Belfast has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 20 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near BHD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your AUS to Belfast flight:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at BHD will save you money.
Best time to go to Belfast
Plan your trip to Belfast in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Belfast in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Belfast flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUS to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Belfast
Once you've booked your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Belfast, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belfast:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are popular attractions which should feature on every Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Belfast. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
