George Best Belfast City Airport – BHD Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport is the smaller of the two international airports that serve Belfast in Northern Ireland. It was originally known as Belfast City Airport in 1983 but was later on renamed to its current title in memory of Belfast professional footballer, George Best.
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BHD Airport is a single runway airport and holds a CAA public use aerodrome license, which means it is allowed to fly flights for public transport as well as for flying instructions. Majority of the flights handled by the airport are intra-UK flights. In 2010, it handles as many as 2.7 million passengers and in 2017 it handled 2.6 million. The airport is a base for Flybe, the largest operator at Belfast. In 2010, Aer Lingus also opened a base in the airport. The airport has faced several restrictions due to its location, which is just adjacent to residential areas. Residents in nearby cities such as the Carryduff, Broughshane, and Glenariff and other surrounding cities use the George Best Belfast City Airport for their travels.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Travelers have several options when choosing to stay in the city of Belfast or for simply a quick stay. The Hilton Belfast offers elegant accommodations and is only a short drive away from the airport. A little closer to the airport is the 4-star and luxurious accommodation of Stormont Hotel, located less than 2 miles from the BHD airport. Located 20 miles from the BHD Airport is the Belfast International Airport, which serves the city and surrounding areas and is also the bigger airport compared to BHD.
On this page it is easy to search for Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK (BHD-George Best Belfast City) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the BHD airport.
Most of these BHD
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the BHD airport are Junction One International Outlet Shopping Centre, Antrim Forum Leisure Centre, and Grand Opera House.
Map of Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK Hotels
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Weather Forecast for Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
If you planning to travel to Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK (BHD-George Best Belfast City), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 4:14 AM.
The temperature feels like 59.6 with a humidity level of 78 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 56 percent with visibility at 15 percent.
Today’s UV index is 5, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east-southeast at a speed of 8 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 8:29 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Friday
5/17
Broken clouds
60°F
High: 66°F
Low: 55°F
Precipitation: 20%
Today
5/18
Broken clouds
59°F
High: 64°F
Low: 48°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday
5/19
Broken clouds
58°F
High: 67°F
Low: 48°F
Precipitation: 0%
Monday
5/20
Broken clouds
57°F
High: 65°F
Low: 50°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday
5/21
Broken clouds
57°F
High: 63°F
Low: 51°F
Precipitation: 35%
Wednesday
5/22
Broken clouds
55°F
High: 60°F
Low: 47°F
Precipitation: 25%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK BHD airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free BHD airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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