Belfast International Airport (BFS) is Northern Ireland’s busiest airport and the UK’s tenth-busiest overall, handling nearly 6.8 million passengers in 2024 — a record high. The single-terminal airport is located 21 km north-west of Belfast city centre near Aldergrove. easyJet is the dominant carrier, joined by Ryanair, Jet2 and TUI offering extensive European leisure routes. The absence of rail access and the distance from the city centre makes on-site and nearby hotels essential for early-morning and late-night travellers.
easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2, TUI Airways, Aer Lingus, Loganair, Wizz Air
Airport Express 300 bus to Grand Central Station (40 mins, £9.50 single / £13.50 return, 24-hour service). Taxi approx £40–55 (25–30 mins).
There are 3 hotels listed near Belfast International Airport on Aerfortel, with several four and five-star options in the mix. Whether you need a quick overnight before an early departure or a longer pre-trip stay, options include Maldron Hotel Belfast International Airport, ibis Belfast International Airport, Premier Inn Belfast International Airport. Full amenity details, shuttle information, and Park and Fly availability are listed on each hotel page.
The hotels at the top of this page are the closest to the terminal. Where a hotel has a covered walkway or direct terminal access, that is noted on the card. The rest have free or paid shuttle services.
Some hotels near Belfast International Airport include parking as part of a stay and fly arrangement. You stay the night, leave your car in the hotel car park, and take a free shuttle to the terminal. Check individual hotel pages for availability.
Costs depend on how long you are away and which car park you use. Long-stay car parks are usually the cheapest official option. Staying at a hotel the night before and leaving your car there is often cheaper still for trips of several days.
For early departures it usually is. You cut out the journey on the day, get a full night’s sleep, and most hotels have free shuttles to the terminal that run from early in the morning.
It varies. Budget brands usually charge extra for breakfast. Mid-range and premium hotels sometimes include it, particularly on corporate or flexible rates. The individual hotel page shows what is included in the room rate.
Several hotels are within a short drive of Belfast International Airport. Use the distance filter on our Belfast International Airport hotels page to sort by proximity to the terminal — the closest properties are typically 5 minutes or less by shuttle or on foot.
Yes — many hotels near Belfast International Airport include a complimentary shuttle service between the hotel and the terminal. Look for the Free Shuttle badge on listings. Shuttle frequency and hours vary by property, so check the hotel details or contact them directly for timetables.
Several hotels near Belfast International Airport offer Park and Fly packages: you stay one night before your departure, leave your car at the hotel for the duration of your trip, and take the shuttle to the terminal. This is often significantly cheaper than booking airport parking separately.
Budget-friendly options near Belfast International Airport are available at the lower end of our listings. Prices vary by season and availability — booking in advance typically secures the best rates. Filter by price tier on our Belfast International Airport page to find the most affordable properties.
Many airport hotels near Belfast International Airport cater to travellers on early flights or late arrivals and offer flexible check-in from early morning and late check-out into the afternoon or evening. Availability varies by property — contact the hotel directly to confirm before booking.
The walk from ibis Belfast International Airport to Belfast International Airport takes about ten minutes — genuinely walkable, and guests...
View HotelRight at Belfast International Airport, Maldron Hotel Belfast International Airport is a four-star hotel with the kind of location that...
View HotelFor sheer convenience at Belfast International Airport, Premier Inn Belfast International Airport is hard to beat. It’s on-site — meaning...
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