Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Belfast: what you need to know
Belfast is 13 hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located. Belfast operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from AKL to Belfast.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You won't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from New Zealand and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your flight tickets from Auckland Airport to Belfast, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Auckland to AKL takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Belfast? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near AKL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Belfast
C$1,129 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Belfast. A return flight starts from C$1,913. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AKL to Belfast if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Belfast.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Belfast, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours and 2 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Auckland Airport to Belfast. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Once your flight from Auckland Airport to Belfast has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 12 minutes by car. Central Belfast is approximately 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The journey will take about 22 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near BHD. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from AKL to Belfast at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Belfast
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Belfast. August is the most popular month to travel to Belfast. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Auckland Airport to Belfast for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 19ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from AKL to Belfast sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Auckland Airport to Belfast:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are must-do's during your Belfast adventure.
Complete your Belfast trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Belfast and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Belfast.