Flying from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Get your trip started at George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD), the main airport in Belfast. Look for flights from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) that leave from this base.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Belfast to LHR.
Travelling over a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Belfast International Airport:
Belfast International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from BFS arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Consider starting your trip from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). You can book a direct Belfast to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From BHD, direct flights from Belfast to LHR can be booked with British Airways.
British Airways is the top choice for passengers flying from BHD to LHR.
Fly with British Airways if punctuality is a priority. Its flights between George Best Belfast City Airport and London Heathrow Airport land as scheduled 81.85% of the time.
You can arrive at BHD from the centre of Belfast in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Belfast to LHR flight? Kick back in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from George Best Belfast City Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving on schedule.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Have a late flight from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near LHR and turn out the lights sooner:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Belfast to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
Central London is around 24 kilometres from London Heathrow Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport is R 1,517. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,477. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Belfast to LHR.
Plan your trip for December. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Belfast to London Heathrow Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). July is the most popular month to visit London. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in January.
Lock in a Belfast to LHR plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Belfast to London Heathrow Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your London trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you won't want to miss include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 153 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.