Travelling from Belfast to Ercan Airport (ECN): what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Belfast to Ercan Airport (ECN). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the two main airports in Belfast.
Ercan Airport is located in Nicosia. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you get on your flight from Belfast to ECN, leave 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 standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Belfast to ECN is a breeze. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A major stop when leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) is Antalya Airport (AYT).
From the centre of Belfast, BFS is approximately 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to Ercan Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your flight from Belfast to Ercan Airport with a stop at Antalya Airport (AYT). A main stopover between George Best Belfast City Airport and ECN, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 22 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 12 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Belfast to ECN, stay in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
About Ercan Airport (ECN)
Once your flight from Belfast to Ercan Airport has landed, kick back and relax at a hotel close by. Phaedrus Living: White Hills Suites Panoramic View is a comfortable option that's an easy drive from ECN.
Getting from Ercan Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
Ercan Airport to central Nicosia takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Ercan Airport (ECN)
For a one-way ticket from Belfast to Ercan Airport, C$169 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from C$329. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
To find flight tickets from Belfast to ECN, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Belfast to Ercan Airport.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast to Ercan Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Ercan Airport (ECN)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Nicosia. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Ercan Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Nicosia. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Belfast to ECN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Ercan Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Nicosia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Nicosia right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Belfast to Ercan Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Ledra Street Crossing Point, Selimiye Mosque and Venetian walls of Nicosia are leading attractions which should be on any good Nicosia itinerary.
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