How to get from Belfast Airport (BFS) ✈️ to the City Center
Belfast International Airport (BFS), also known as Aldergrove Airport, is the largest airport in Northern Ireland and is located about 21 km northwest of the main city center. Upon arrival, you can reach downtown Belfast by Public bus, Taxi or Welcome Pickups (Private Transfer).
This guide compares all available airport transfers at Belfast International Airport (BFS) according to classic travel factors. This includes travel time, cost per person (pp), a short route description and links to book or buy tickets.
Transfer comparison
Overview of all transfer options from Belfast Airport to the City Center
Transport | Travel time | Cost | ||
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Public bus | 30 Min. | £ 8.50 | Details | |
Taxi | 30 Min. | £ 35‑40 | Details | |
Welcome Pickups |
30 Min. | £ 49 | Details |
Notices:
• The optimal transfer depends on the number of travelers, budget and available time.
• There may be waiting times at the taxi rank if there are high volume of passengers. In this case, a pre-booked private transfer (e.g. via Welcome Pickups) is the more faster and comfortable option.
Belfast Travel Tips (AD)
Travel tips and recommendations for a great stay in Belfast: