Travelling from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the two main airports in Belfast.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is 4 hours behind Belfast. John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Belfast to JFK. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Belfast to JFK leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
BFS is approximately 32 kilometres from central Belfast. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from George Best Belfast City Airport:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Porto Airport (OPO)
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 12 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 22 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Belfast to JFK, chill out in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near JFK:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central New York. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 48 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
₹ 25,636 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 40,809. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to get flight tickets from Belfast to JFK. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a larger selection of flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit New York, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for New York. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Belfast to JFK sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to John F. Kennedy International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know New York is to explore its top sights. Highlights include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
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