Flying from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Start planning your vacation by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). Explore the options for setting off from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD), the city's main airports.
Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen. The city's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast.
To ensure you catch your flight from Belfast to ABZ, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Located around 32 kilometers from the center of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the departures from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% touch down on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Planning to leave from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)? Direct Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) flight tickets are available from this popular hub.
From BHD, direct flights from Belfast to ABZ are available with Loganair.
On the BHD to ABZ route, Loganair is the go-to airline for most travelers on this route.
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to ABZ flight:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near ABZ:
Pick up an Aberdeen International Airport rental car and discover Aberdeen and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drivalia, Alamo and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport is around 8 kilometers from central Aberdeen. The time it takes to get there by cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Traveling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
AED 264 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport. Return flights start at AED 513. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from Belfast to ABZ, book your ticket six months before your departure date.
November is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). June is the busiest month to travel to Aberdeen. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
The warmest month in Aberdeen is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your Belfast to ABZ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Aberdeen
Start your Aberdeen trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Aberdeen International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
St. Andrew's Cathedral and Aberdeen beach front are just two of the major attractions to put on your Aberdeen must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out RSPB Dolphinwatch.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Aberdeen, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Travel about 193 kilometers south-west to Glasgow to tick off its top attractions. From Hogmanay to Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 153 kilometers south-west of Aberdeen, Edinburgh is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.
