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Book Cheap Flights from Belfast to New York City from £556

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Belfast New York City

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Wed, 11 Dec BHD - JFK

Thu, 12 Dec JFK - BHD

£1814 £1797

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Mon, 10 Feb BHD - JFK

£660 £640

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Tue, 24 Dec BHD - JFK

Wed, 01 Jan JFK - BHD

£568 £556

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Belfast New York City

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Tue, 17 Dec BHD - JFK

Sun, 29 Dec JFK - BHD

£684 £669

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Belfast New York City

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Fri, 27 Dec BHD - JFK

Tue, 07 Jan JFK - BHD

£1022 £1010

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Belfast New York City

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Fri, 03 Jan BHD - JFK

Thu, 09 Jan JFK - BHD

£1022 £1010

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Flight route information

Currency and price comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket

25% Trains are 25% more expensive in New York City than in Belfast.

Belfast £2.3

New York City £2.87

Meal Mid-priced restaurant

8% A meal in New York City is 8% cheaper than a meal in Belfast.

Belfast £15

New York City £13.84

Taxi Standard daytime start rate

50% A taxi fare in New York City is 50% cheaper than in Belfast.

Belfast £4

New York City £1.98

Coffee Regular cappuccino

17% Coffee is 17% more expensive in New York City than in Belfast.

Belfast £3.38

New York City £3.95

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 1.27 USD

1 USD = 0.79 GBP

Last checked on 03 December 2024

Distance: 3170 miles

Belfast airports

Belfast City Apt (BHD) How far from city centre: 2 miles

Belfast International (BFS) How far from city centre: 12 miles

New York City airports

John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) How far from city centre: 14 miles

La Guardia (LGA) How far from city centre: 5 miles

Stewart (SWF) How far from city centre: 52 miles

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Useful information for the flight from Belfast to New York

How long is the flight from Belfast to New York?

Flights between Belfast and New York usually involve a stopover, meaning the total journey time can take anywhere between 10 hours and a day.

What are the most common stopovers?

It’s rare to find a direct flight between Belfast and New York. The most common stopover is London, but some flight paths pass through Amsterdam or Manchester.

What documentation do I need to fly to New York from Belfast?

All UK citizens need a valid passport to travel to the US. UK citizens and those of many other countries carrying a machine readable or e-passport and travelling to the US for fewer than 90 days are eligible to apply for the visa waiver program. Apply through the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA), at minimum 72 hours before travel.

What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to New York?

In summer, New York is hot and humid, and in winter, temperatures typically drop to just above freezing. Whatever the season, take comfortable, practical shoes for sightseeing and navigating public transportation. Don't forget your camera to capture the city's incredible landmarks.

Which airlines fly from Belfast to New York?

Several airlines provide cheap flights between Belfast and New York including:

British Airways, the UK’s flag carrier.
Air Canada, Canada’s largest airline.
American Airlines, a major US airline based in Texas.
Finnair, Finland’s flag carrier airline.

How to find cheap flights from Belfast to New York

The simplest way to find cheap flights between Belfast and New York and domestic flights once you arrive is to use Opodo’s easy-to-navigate search engine. Simply select your destination and filter by airline, date, and airfare and within moments you’ll be shown a wide range of flights. Scroll to the bottom for cheap deals on city breaks and to find deals on car hire and holiday rentals.

When are the best times to fly from Belfast to New York?

The period between April and June is a great time to visit New York. The weather tends to be warm without being too hot and the streets are less crowded than during the summer months.
Visit New York in late November or December to see the Thanksgiving and Christmas light displays, skate on Central Park’s ice rink and do a little Christmas shopping in the city’s acclaimed department stores.
The cheapest time to go to New York is the week before Christmas or during January when airfare prices tend to fall.

Airports in Belfast

There are two airports in Belfast: George Best Belfast City Airport and Belfast International Airport.

Useful information about George Best Belfast City Airport

George Best Belfast City Airport is located three miles from the city centre.

How to get to George Best Belfast City Airport:

By train – disembark at Sydenham train station and walk for 5 to 10 minutes.
By bus – Airport Express 600, around 10 minutes from the city centre, departing every 30 minutes at peak times.

Services: Unlimited free Wi-Fi, baby changing facilities, several cafes.

Useful information about Belfast International Airport

Belfast International Airport is situated 11.5 miles from central Belfast.

How to get to Belfast International Airport:

By bus – Airport Express 300, 30 to 40 minutes, departing every 15 minutes.
By taxi – 10 to 20 minutes.

Services: free Wi-Fi for two hours, currency exchange, a range of bars, cafes, shops, and restaurants.

Airports in New York

New York has three airports: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark International Airport, and LaGuardia.

Useful information about JFK International Airport

JFK International Airport is located 14 miles from the city centre.

How to get from JFK International Airport to the city:

By train – AirTrain to either Howard Beach or Jamaica stations, then transfer to the subway. At Jamaica, you can also catch LIRR train service to Manhattan's Penn Station.
By taxi – 60 to 90 minutes depending on your destination in Manhattan.

Services: open 24/7, free unlimited Wi-Fi, multiple shopping and dining options.

Useful information about Newark International Airport

Newark International Airport is 11 miles away from the New York City centre.

How to get from Newark International Airport:

By taxi – around a half hour to midtown Manhattan.
By train – Take the AirTrain from the terminal, then NJ Transit to Manhattan's Penn Station.
By bus – NJ Transit Express Bus, departs every 20 minutes.

Services: open 24/7, free unlimited WI-FI, multiple shopping and dining options.

Useful information about LaGuardia

LaGuardia is in Queens, five miles from Manhattan.

How to get from LaGuardia:

By shuttle – various services including NYC Airporter and Super Shuttle.
By bus – M60 to Manhattan or Q70 to Queens, 24 hours a day.
By taxi – 20 to 30 minutes depending on your destination.

Services: free unlimited Wi-Fi, multiple shopping and dining options.

What to do and visit in New York

Take the free Staten Island Ferry for views of lower Manhattan.
Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, or the American Museum of Natural History.
Catch a Broadway show.
Shop on Madison Avenue.
Stroll through Central Park.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Belfast to New York City

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Belfast to New York City?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions United States may apply when travelling from Belfast. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

How can I find cheap flights from Belfast to New York City at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Belfast to New York City is 556£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is New York City expensive to visit compared to Belfast?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in New York City costs an average of 1.98 GBP, 50% cheaper than Belfast, with a fare of 4.00 GBP, while train tickets costs 25% more in New York City: 2.87 GBP against 2.30 GBP in Belfast. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 13.84 GBP in New York City, 8% less than the 15.00 GBP in Belfast. The price of the coffee is around 17% more expensive in New York City, with an average of 3.95 GBP , while in Belfast the coffee costs 3.38 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from Belfast to New York City?

The most popular months to book a trip from Belfast to New York City are January, August and July, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Belfast to New York City?

The best time of the year to go to New York City when flying from Belfast depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, December is the top 1º month to fly to New York City from Belfast in terms of searches from our customer, followed by July and June. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, May and March are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Belfast - New York City.

How is the weather in New York City compared to Belfast?

While in Belfast the temperatures can reach an average of 23.26 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3.0 mm ,New York City's temperatures can go up to 32.5 ºC during the hot season, with 12.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -11.93 ºC in New York City, compared to the -3.28 ºC average degrees reported in Belfast. During the winter period, Belfast can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while New York City have an average of 12.0 mm rain level.

Airlines with indirect flights from Belfast to New York City are:

Malta MedAir, stopping in Manchester for 85 minutes minimum.