Travelling from Paris to Belfast: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Paris to Belfast. Explore your options for flying out of Paris from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
Belfast International Airport (BFS) and Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's major entry points.
Jump on a direct Paris to Belfast flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Belfast is one hour behind Paris and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
With six flights a week between the two airports, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Paris to Belfast with easyJet at 07:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from CDG to BFS is with easyJet at 21:30.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Paris to Belfast flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Belfast
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Set out from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Belfast. From CDG, you can fly directly into Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Look out for deals with easyJet. This carrier offers direct Paris to Belfast plane tickets out of CDG.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Paris to Belfast flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Paris to Belfast or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 64% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Belfast flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Paris Orly Airport and Belfast:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
You can get to ORY from central Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Paris to Belfast? Kick back in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Paris to Belfast jetting out of Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). Book a ticket and fly nonstop to Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Set off from BVA with Ryanair UK. This popular carrier offers direct Paris to Belfast plane tickets.
Book a ticket from Paris to Belfast out of Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BVA and Belfast include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The journey to BVA from central Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Paris to Belfast flight with time to spare. These hotels near Paris Beauvais Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights departing from BVA touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Paris Beauvais Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Belfast. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Grab a Belfast International Airport rental car and discover Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Paris to Belfast flight.
Belfast City Airport (BHD)
As soon as your flight from Paris to Belfast has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Belfast is approximately 5 kilometres from Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Public transport will get you there in around 25 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to BHD. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Paris to Belfast:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a Belfast City Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from BHD two weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
February is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Belfast, while September is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Belfast based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Paris to Belfast tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Belfast in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Paris to Belfast:
Titanic Belfast and St Anne’s Cathedral, Belfast are a couple of top attractions to put on your Belfast itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Grand Opera House.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Belfast. Around 274 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Science and Industry Museum.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 354 kilometres southeast of Belfast. No journey is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome and Bournville Experience.