Travelling from Chicago to Belfast: what you need to know
Chicago has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Belfast flying out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's primary hubs.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to Belfast. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You don't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before organizing your cheap flights from Chicago to Belfast, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Chicago to Belfast departing from O'Hare International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 54 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Belfast or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Split up your flight from Chicago to Belfast with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between O'Hare International Airport and Belfast are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 21 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to Belfast, take things easy in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 2 hours and 2 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from Chicago to Belfast has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 12 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The trip will take about 22 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Chicago to Belfast, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to BHD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Belfast
At the moment, C$439 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Belfast. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,091. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to Belfast if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Best time to go to Belfast
August is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Belfast. To skip the crowds, visit Belfast in February.
Lock in your flight from Chicago to Belfast for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Belfast to range from 10ºC to 19ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago 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 places to stay in Belfast right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Belfast:
Titanic Belfast and Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre are just two of the top attractions to add to your Belfast must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Botanic Gardens.
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