Belfast City's George Best Airport, just 4 km from the city center, is the most convenient of Belfast's two airports for city visitors.
Dedicated to the famous Northern Irish footballer, it offers quick access to the historic city center and the city's political murals.
How to get to George Best Belfast City Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to BHD
Parking near George Best Belfast City Airport
The multi-level parking lot is located next to the terminal.
Rates are in line with the standards of a small city-center airport.
How to get to Belfast from BHD
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Car rental at George Best Belfast City Airport
The desks of major car rental operators are located near arrivals.
EU citizens do not need an International Driving Permit: driving license, passport and credit card are sufficient.
Hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport
Ballymacarret
The neighbourhood is on the bank of the Lagan opposite the runway, a few minutes by taxi from the terminal; no direct bus, a car or taxi is needed.
Best for: Departures before 6 or late-night returns, when a few minutes by taxi from the terminal count.
- Just a few minutes by taxi from the terminal, handy with very early or very late flights
- Quiet residential neighbourhood, away from the traffic of the centre
- No direct bus to the terminal: car or taxi only
- Few venues nearby: for dinner you go into the centre
Cathedral Quarter
The Airport Express 600 bus links Europa Buscentre to the terminal in 10-13 minutes; from Cathedral Quarter the stop is a few minutes' walk away.
Best for: Those who want bars, restaurants and evening life on foot, with the bus to the terminal just steps away.
- The liveliest district in the city in the evening, among bars and restaurants
- Airport bus a few minutes' walk away, departures every 30 minutes
- Noisy weekends and evenings near the district's venues
- No night bus service: after 21.25 a taxi is needed
Queen's Quarter
From Queen's Quarter, Europa Buscentre is reached in a few minutes by local bus or on foot in about 20 minutes, then another 10-13 minutes with the Airport Express 600.
Best for: Those who want to stay a few days, among the cafés and restaurants around the university.
- Cafés and restaurants of the Queen's Quarter open late, unlike the city centre proper
- Botanic Gardens and Ulster Museum a few minutes' walk away
- One extra bus change compared with sleeping near Europa Buscentre
- A livelier area during university term time, quieter in summer
Recommended hotels
- CityGo Apartments Queens Apartments on Eglantine Avenue, in the heart of the Queen's Quarter: a few minutes' walk from Botanic Gardens and Ulster Museum. View availability
- Beautiful B&B On The Park B&B on Ravenhill Avenue, a two-minute walk from Ormeau Park: breakfast with local produce and an owner who recommends restaurants in the area. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
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Terminal guide
The small terminal, named after footballer George Best, handles flights to Great Britain and Europe.
To avoid delays, it's advisable to arrive with 2 hours advance time.
Map of George Best Belfast City Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Who is Belfast City Airport named after?
The famous Northern Irish footballer George Best.
Q. How much does the Airport Express 600 cost?
Roughly 2.50 GBP per ride, for a 10-15 minute journey to Belfast Europa Buscentre.
Q. Is Belfast City more convenient than Belfast International?
For those visiting the city center, yes, being only 4 km away compared to about 30 km for Belfast International.
Q. How much does a taxi from Belfast City Airport to the center cost?
Roughly 16 GBP during the day, up to 18.30 GBP at night, given the short 10-minute metered ride.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
