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Holidays from Belfast

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Beach or city? With two airports offering direct flights to some of Northern Ireland’s favourite destinations, you’re all set for unforgettable holidays from Belfast. From sizzling Spain to Red Sea shores, there’s sea and sand aplenty. Or, head to Europe’s most enticing cities for romance, culture and nightlife.

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Popular holiday destinations from Belfast

Your guide to holidays from Belfast airport

What to expect when you fly from Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport:

  • Direct flights to top spots like Turkey, Spain and Greece
  • Exciting city breaks, including Barcelona, Amsterdam and Krakow
  • Choice of well-known airlines
  • No-fuss travel to the airport with a range of transport and parking options
  • Airport lounges and Fast Track security available at both airports
  • New CT scanners - take liquids through security
  • Pre-departure food and drink - from baristas to burgers
  • Airside shopping - for in-flight essentials, last-min holiday prep and duty-free treats
  • Special Assistance - remember to book in advance! More on accessible holidays here
  • Plus: free WiFi; baby changing; water dispensers; cash machines; multi-faith / prayer rooms

Top beach holidays from Belfast

Seeking Greek sunsets, Turkish seascapes, or Spanish beach bars? From the Costas to Corfu, Belfast’s airports are your gateway to the best beaches in Europe. Hit the loungers or ride the waves, build sandcastles, and make memories on sunny shores - bliss! Most beach holidays depart from Belfast International, but you can fly to Majorca from George Best Airport too.

SBH Costa Calma Beach Resort

SBH Costa Calma Beach Resort

Spain, Costa Calma

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only

Spain, Puerto de Santiago

Apartamentos Be Smart Florida Plaza

Apartamentos Be Smart Florida Plaza

Spain, Puerto de la Cruz

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only

Spain, Costa Teguise

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Spain, Costa Teguise

Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa

Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa

Spain, Costa Teguise

Supreme Beach - Adults Only

Supreme Beach - Adults Only

Turkey, İçmeler

Hotel Beatriz Playa & Spa

Hotel Beatriz Playa & Spa

Spain, Puerto del Carmen

Hotel Mogan Princess & Beach Club- All Inclusive

Hotel Mogan Princess & Beach Club- All Inclusive

Spain, Taurito

Hotel LIVVO Jandía Golf - All Inclusive

Hotel LIVVO Jandía Golf - All Inclusive

Spain, Esquinzo

HM Martinique Aparthotel

HM Martinique Aparthotel

Spain, Magaluf

Sol Palmanova Mallorca

Sol Palmanova Mallorca

Spain, Palma Nova

Hotel SunClub CalaVinya

Hotel SunClub CalaVinya

Spain, Salou

SBH Hotel Royal Mónica

SBH Hotel Royal Mónica

Spain, Playa Blanca

Cook’s Club Alanya - Adults Only

Cook’s Club Alanya - Adults Only

Turkey, Alanya

Flexible package holidays from Belfast

Nothing beats a brilliant package deal! It’s just so easy, isn’t it, with your flights and hotel priced together in one bundle. Plus, all Thomas Cook package holidays are ATOL-protected, so you’ve got extra security for your money, too. Get started with these awesome deals to some of our most popular package holiday destinations, like the Algarve, Cyprus and Croatia:

SBH Costa Calma Beach Resort

SBH Costa Calma Beach Resort

Spain, Costa Calma

QAWRA Palace Resort & SPA

QAWRA Palace Resort & SPA

Malta, Qawra

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only

Spain, Puerto de Santiago

Caves Beach Resort Adults Only

Caves Beach Resort Adults Only

Egypt, Hurghada

Apartamentos Be Smart Florida Plaza

Apartamentos Be Smart Florida Plaza

Spain, Puerto de la Cruz

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only

Spain, Costa Teguise

Royal Lagoons Resort & Aqua Park Families and Couples Only

Royal Lagoons Resort & Aqua Park Families and Couples Only

Egypt, Hurghada

db San Antonio Hotel & Spa - All Inclusive

db San Antonio Hotel & Spa - All Inclusive

Malta, Qawra

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Spain, Costa Teguise

Pyramisa Beach Resort, Hurghada - Sahl Hasheesh

Pyramisa Beach Resort, Hurghada - Sahl Hasheesh

Egypt, Sahl Hasheesh

The V Luxury Resort Sahl Hasheesh

The V Luxury Resort Sahl Hasheesh

Egypt, Sahl Hasheesh

King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort

King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort

Cyprus, Chlorakas

Topaz Hotel

Topaz Hotel

Malta, Bugibba

Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa

Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa

Spain, Costa Teguise

db Seabank Resort and Spa

db Seabank Resort and Spa

Malta, Mellieha

Recommended Belfast airport city breaks

Get ready to explore! There’s so much to see on city breaks from Belfast. Like the clubs and canals of Amsterdam, Prague’s fairytale views, and Barcelona’s quirky mix of old and new. Soak up late-night vibes and café culture. Browse mind-expanding museums and galleries. Eat your way through the local culinary delights. And, of course, check off all those must-see sights - Eiffel Tower, here we come!

Grand Ascot Hotel

Grand Ascot Hotel

Poland, Krakow

Iron Gate Hotel & Suites Prague by BHG

Iron Gate Hotel & Suites Prague by BHG

Czech Republic, Prague

Negresco Princess

Negresco Princess

Spain, Barcelona

Venetian House Market Square Aparthotel

Venetian House Market Square Aparthotel

Poland, Krakow

Grand Majestic Hotel Prague

Grand Majestic Hotel Prague

Czech Republic, Prague

Hilton Prague

Hilton Prague

Czech Republic, Prague

Holiday Inn Krakow City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Krakow City Centre by IHG

Poland, Krakow

Leonardo Boutique Hotel Krakow Old Town

Leonardo Boutique Hotel Krakow Old Town

Poland, Krakow

Metropolo by Golden Tulip

Metropolo by Golden Tulip

Poland, Krakow

Hotel Santi

Hotel Santi

Poland, Krakow

Hotel Perla

Hotel Perla

Czech Republic, Prague

The Bonerowski Palace Boutique Hotel

The Bonerowski Palace Boutique Hotel

Poland, Krakow

K+K Hotel Central Prague

K+K Hotel Central Prague

Czech Republic, Prague

Avena Boutique Hotel by Artery Hotels

Avena Boutique Hotel by Artery Hotels

Poland, Krakow

Novotel Krakow City West

Novotel Krakow City West

Poland, Krakow

How to find the best holiday deals from Belfast

We’ve got all kinds of fantastic deals on everything from classic beach holidays to culture-filled city breaks. Dreamy getaways this way:

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  • Use our flexible search and filters to find your perfect deal - see our top search tips below!


Cheap holiday search hacks:

1. Select both Belfast airports in the ‘departing from’ list

2. Not set on your destination? Leave the search open to ‘any destination’

3. Free to go whenever the best prices are? Leave the date set to ‘any’

4. Filter the results to find what’s important to you - but remember, the more you apply, the smaller the range of prices is likely to be!

Must-book deals! Cheap holidays from Belfast

Great value is what we’re all about! Cheap escapes to the sun - relaxing, exploring, sipping your fave cocktail. Whether you’re looking for a 4-star treat in Crete, or a welcoming 3-star hotel to be your casa on the Costa del Sol, we reckon these low cost holidays from Belfast are totally unmissable. And they all come with top TripAdvisor scores, too - because low prices shouldn’t mean low standards.

Plaza Real Atlantichotels

Plaza Real Atlantichotels

Portugal, Portimão

Colina da Lapa & Villas

Colina da Lapa & Villas

Portugal, Carvoeiro

Castelos da Rocha

Castelos da Rocha

Portugal, Portimão

Hotel Apartamento do Golfe

Hotel Apartamento do Golfe

Portugal, Vilamoura

Natura Algarve Club

Natura Algarve Club

Portugal, Albufeira

Moon Dreams Mediterraneo

Moon Dreams Mediterraneo

Spain, Torremolinos

Paladim & Alagoamar Hotels

Paladim & Alagoamar Hotels

Portugal, Albufeira

Los Amigos Beach Club

Los Amigos Beach Club

Spain, Mijas

Olée Nerja Holiday Rentals By Fuerte Group

Olée Nerja Holiday Rentals By Fuerte Group

Spain, Torrox

Lagoa Hotel

Lagoa Hotel

Portugal, Lagoa

TURIM Presidente Hotel

TURIM Presidente Hotel

Portugal, Portimão

Apartaments Els Llorers

Apartaments Els Llorers

Spain, Lloret de Mar

Quinta do Mar - Country & Sea Village

Quinta do Mar - Country & Sea Village

Portugal, Praia Da Luz

Comfort Hotel LT - Rock 'n' Roll Vilnius

Comfort Hotel LT - Rock 'n' Roll Vilnius

Lithuania, Vilnius

ILUNION Miramar

ILUNION Miramar

Spain, Fuengirola

Last minute holidays from Belfast

We know how it is - sometimes you just want to get away ASAP! Speedy short-haul escapes like Spain and the Balearics are absolute winners. Feeling spontaneous but tight on time? How about a short break to Porto, Paris or Prague? Or, if you fancy a taste of the exotic, check out our last-minute holidays to Egypt and Turkey, with bonus points for year-round sun. With these deals, you’ll have your toes in the sand in no time!

SBH Costa Calma Beach Resort

SBH Costa Calma Beach Resort

Spain, Costa Calma

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only

Spain, Puerto de Santiago

Apartamentos Be Smart Florida Plaza

Apartamentos Be Smart Florida Plaza

Spain, Puerto de la Cruz

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only

Spain, Costa Teguise

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Spain, Costa Teguise

Pyramisa Beach Resort, Hurghada - Sahl Hasheesh

Pyramisa Beach Resort, Hurghada - Sahl Hasheesh

Egypt, Sahl Hasheesh

The V Luxury Resort Sahl Hasheesh

The V Luxury Resort Sahl Hasheesh

Egypt, Sahl Hasheesh

Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa

Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa

Spain, Costa Teguise

Palm Royale Resort - Soma Bay

Palm Royale Resort - Soma Bay

Egypt, Soma Bay

Hotel Beatriz Playa & Spa

Hotel Beatriz Playa & Spa

Spain, Puerto del Carmen

Hotel Mogan Princess & Beach Club- All Inclusive

Hotel Mogan Princess & Beach Club- All Inclusive

Spain, Taurito

Hotel LIVVO Jandía Golf - All Inclusive

Hotel LIVVO Jandía Golf - All Inclusive

Spain, Esquinzo

SBH Hotel Royal Mónica

SBH Hotel Royal Mónica

Spain, Playa Blanca

LABRANDA Hotel Bahía de Lobos

LABRANDA Hotel Bahía de Lobos

Spain, Corralejo

Flow Spectrum Resort Sahl Hasheesh

Flow Spectrum Resort Sahl Hasheesh

Egypt, Sahl Hasheesh

All Inclusive holidays from Belfast

Relax to the max! All Inclusive is the ultimate in holiday heaven, with everything you need to unwind laid on at your hotel. How about Spain, Rhodes, Malta or Turkey, the pinnacle of all-in value? From help-yourself buffets and à la carte dining, to evening entertainment just steps from your room, our All Inclusive holidays from Belfast are the perfect chance to live your best life. And did we mention the cheeky cocktails by the pool?

SBH Costa Calma Beach Resort

SBH Costa Calma Beach Resort

Spain, Costa Calma

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only

Spain, Puerto de Santiago

Caves Beach Resort Adults Only

Caves Beach Resort Adults Only

Egypt, Hurghada

Aquila Elounda Village Resort, Suites & Spa

Aquila Elounda Village Resort, Suites & Spa

Greece, Elounda

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only

Spain, Costa Teguise

The Ixian Grand & All Suites - Adults Only

The Ixian Grand & All Suites - Adults Only

Greece, Ialyssos

Royal Lagoons Resort & Aqua Park Families and Couples Only

Royal Lagoons Resort & Aqua Park Families and Couples Only

Egypt, Hurghada

Mitsis Selection Blue Domes

Mitsis Selection Blue Domes

Greece, Kardamena

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Spain, Costa Teguise

Pyramisa Beach Resort, Hurghada - Sahl Hasheesh

Pyramisa Beach Resort, Hurghada - Sahl Hasheesh

Egypt, Sahl Hasheesh

The V Luxury Resort Sahl Hasheesh

The V Luxury Resort Sahl Hasheesh

Egypt, Sahl Hasheesh

King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort

King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort

Cyprus, Chlorakas

Cook's Club Corfu - Adults Only

Cook's Club Corfu - Adults Only

Greece, Gouvia

Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa

Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa

Spain, Costa Teguise

Supreme Beach - Adults Only

Supreme Beach - Adults Only

Turkey, İçmeler

Belfast departures - know before you go

FAQs

Where can I fly to from Belfast International?

Holidays from Belfast International include:

Beach holidays
• Balearic Islands - Ibiza / Majorca / Menorca
• Canary Islands - Fuerteventura / Gran Canaria / Lanzarote / Tenerife
• Croatia - Dalmatian Coast / Dubrovnik Riviera
• Cyprus
• Egypt - Hurghada Region
• Greek Islands -  Corfu / Crete / Kos / Rhodes / Zante (Zakynthos)
• Jersey
• Portugal - Algarve / Madeira
• Spain (mainland) - Costa Blanca / Costa Brava / Costa del Sol / Costa Dorada
• Turkey (Türkiye) - Antalya Region / Dalaman Region

City breaks
• Amsterdam (Netherlands)
• Barcelona (Spain)
• Dubrovnik (Croatia)
• Edinburgh (Scotland)
Krakow (Poland)
• London (England)
• Malaga (Spain)
• Manchester (England)
• Paris (France)
• Porto (Portugal)
• Prague (Czech Republic)
• Vilnius (Lithuania)

Where can I fly to from Belfast City?

Destinations from Belfast City Airport include:

Europe
Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Majorca, Balearics

UK
• Edinburgh
• Glasgow
• London
• Manchester

Which airlines fly from Belfast airports?

Fly from Belfast International with:
• easyJet
• Jet2
• TUI
• Virgin Atlantic
• Wizz
• Ryanair

Fly from Belfast City with:
• Aer Lingus
• British Airways
• easyJet
• KLM
• Loganair
• TUI

You can see which are available for your dates when you click through to the hotel page - take your pick to create your perfect package.

What holiday destinations are 1 hour flight from Belfast?

Scotland is just under an hour’s flight from Belfast. Perfect for a cheeky city break in Edinburgh or Glasgow, or as a jumping-off point for exploring Scotland. There’s loads to see nearby! So, don’t just stick to the cities - hire a car and visit highlights like Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, or Doune Castle (as seen in Outlander, Game of Thrones, and Monty Python & The Holy Grail).

Manchester is also around one hour from Belfast. With its thriving restaurant and bar scene, world-renowned football teams, fantastic shopping, and awesome music and comedy venues, it’s an exciting place for a short break.

Other destinations with short flights from Belfast:
• London - 1hr 20 mins
• Amsterdam - 1.5 hours
• Jersey - 1.5 hours
Paris - 1hr 40 mins

How do I get to Belfast International Airport?

Getting to Belfast International is easy by car, bus/coach or taxi. The airport’s just 18 miles northwest of the city.

By car:
• Use the postcode BT29 4AB
Check these driving directions before you go.
• Remember to book your airport parking! Choose between the main car park (ideal for short breaks), long stay (approx 6 minutes’ walk from the terminal), and a secure park & fly option with a free shuttle bus.
• Getting a lift? The drop-off zone and short-stay car park are in front of the terminal. Parking charges start at £3 (correct August 2025; subject to change).

By public transport:
• Translink Airport Express 300 from Belfast, Lisburn or Derry / Londonderry bus terminals.
• Ulsterbus 109A from Lisburn or Antrim.
• Find out more about bus and coach services to Belfast International Airport.

By shuttle from Derry / Londonderry:
• The Aircoach 705X direct shuttle service runs 13 times a day.
• Check out the Aircoach shuttle timetable for Belfast International.

How do I get to Belfast City Airport?

Belfast City is the closest airport to the city centre, with easy links by bus, train, car and taxi.

By car:
• Postcode BT3 9JH
• Book airport car parking before you go for peace of mind.
Long Stay is the best value car park for most holidays, though Short Stay could be the one for you if you’re only away for two or three nights.
Premier Parking is closest to the terminal and comes with Fast Track security passes for your flight from Belfast City - bonus!
Information on drop-off / pick-up parking at Belfast City Airport.

By public transport:
Translink Airport Express 600 bus - Regular buses run between Belfast Grand Central Station and the airport terminal.
Train to Sydenham Halt - Sydenham Halt is a short walk away from the terminal (or request the courtesy bus). Trains run from Belfast Grand Central Station and Belfast Lanyon Place, with connections around Northern Ireland.
• Read more about bus and train services to / from Belfast City Airport, including accessibility information.

What can I take through security at Belfast airport?

New CT airport scanners are up and running at both Belfast International and Belfast City.

This means:
• You can now take laptops and other devices in your hand luggage and cabin bags without removing them at security.
• You can also keep liquids in your carry-on, though there are still restrictions on how much you can have with you on the plane.

> Read our blog about packing for the new airport scanners.
See the advice from ABTA on the new UK airport security scanners.

More about Belfast airport security:
> Belfast International security info
> Belfast City security checklist

How do I apply for a holiday health card from Belfast?

You can apply for a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) online.

• If your holiday’s in the EU and you’ve still got a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), you can use that until it expires.

• Remember you’ll still need travel insurance, too!

> Find out more about holiday health cards

> Get the latest travel advice (including health) from the FCDO

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