Coming in to Belfast International Airport, located just 30 kilometres northwest of the city of Belfast, it is quickly apparent that it is nowhere near as large as one might expect. Size however can be deceiving. Handling over four million passengers a year, Belfast International Airport is the primary gateway into all of Northern Ireland.

There is only one terminal building at Belfast International Airport but it is an all-inclusive structure. While waiting for flight departures, a traveller can continue to take care of business at the ATMs spread around the terminal, peruse the Post Office, a photo booth, children’s play area, or test their skill at the video games room. The Departures Hall also includes a number of gift shops, duty-free and tax-free shops, and a newsagent. There is an International Food Court on the first floor, which operates from first check-in through the last departure of the day. If you don’t fancy food before you fly, there are several coffee shops and the International Bar. If time allows before your flight, there is a bookshop located next to Arrivals.

You can safely leave your vehicle at the Belfast International Airport for quick convenience on your return as the parking facilities are within walking distance of the Terminal complex. Reservations for the car park can even be made in advance online. The three major options include short-term, long-term, and Holiday parking.

Flights departing Belfast International Airport include short flights within the United Kingdom as well as all primary European destinations. Transatlantic flights will take you to most of North America, including the Caribbean.