Flying from Atlanta to Belfast: what you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Atlanta to Belfast.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's primary gateways.
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, making Belfast four hours ahead of Atlanta.
To ensure you catch your Atlanta to Belfast flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Belfast
To pick up cheap Atlanta to Belfast flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
We make it easy to book an Atlanta to Belfast flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta to Belfast or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
76.64% of flights leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 2 hours.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Atlanta to Belfast. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and discover more of Belfast and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is around 5 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). After your flight from Atlanta to Belfast has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
The journey will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Atlanta to Belfast, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to BHD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from BHD two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the busiest month for flights from Atlanta to Belfast. To escape the crowds, visit Belfast in January.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your Atlanta to Belfast ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Atlanta to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Belfast, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre 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 places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Belfast. Around 354 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
