Travelling from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA). Explore the options for taking off from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Belfast and Nottingham (where East Midlands Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
The most popular route is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA), with 20 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BFS to EMA is the 08:15 Aer Lingus option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 19:55 with Ryanair UK Ltd.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Belfast to EMA.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Take off and land with no stops from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Nonstop flights from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport with Ryanair UK Ltd. This top carrier offers services from BFS.
From the centre of Belfast, BFS is approximately 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Planning to leave from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)? You can book a direct flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA) departing from this busy hub.
Take a direct flight from Belfast to EMA with Ryanair UK Ltd. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of BHD.
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 12 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Belfast to EMA, kick back in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
About East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Reserve a hotel near EMA if you're catching a late flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
East Midlands Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Nottingham. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 27 minutes.
It typically takes 52 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to East Midlands Airport is $31. The cheapest price for a return flight is $66. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 7 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure flight tickets from Belfast to EMA.
The cheapest month for tickets from Belfast to East Midlands Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Belfast to EMA.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Nottingham, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Nottingham is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Belfast to EMA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Belfast to East Midlands Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nottingham
Start your Nottingham trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Belfast to East Midlands Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Wollaton Hall and Park, City of Caves and Old Market Square are must-do's during your Nottingham adventure.
Complete your Nottingham trip with a car rental
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