Flying from Bucharest to Belfast: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Belfast departing from here.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Belfast, Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the primary gateways.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to Belfast, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Romania. But before reserving your cheap flight from Bucharest to Belfast, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Bucharest to Belfast that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest to Belfast? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near BFS if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Belfast. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Central Belfast is located around 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). After your flight from Bucharest to Belfast has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 12 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 22 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Bucharest to Belfast, settle in at a hotel close to BHD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Belfast
Rs21,345 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Belfast. A return flight starts from Rs44,600. These fares may change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from Bucharest to Belfast, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Bucharest to Belfast.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Bucharest to Belfast. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Best time to go to Belfast
February is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Belfast, while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Belfast based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your flights from Bucharest to Belfast in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Belfast, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are essential stops on your Belfast itinerary.
Complete your Belfast trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Bucharest to Belfast isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Belfast and explore at your own pace. We search for deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.
