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Car rental at Belfast City Airport

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5 minto Titanic Quarter
1h 50mto Giant's Causeway
Cross-borderincluded in every rental
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Picking up at Belfast City Airport, made simple

City Apt, Arrivals Hall, Sydenham By-Pass, Belfast BT3 9JH, United Kingdom
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Belfast City Airport

Belfast City Airport sits on the eastern edge of the city, five minutes from the Titanic Quarter and ten minutes from the city centre. It is the closer of Belfast's two airports to the action, and the counter is in the arrivals hall.

From here you can reach the Giant's Causeway in under two hours, the Mourne Mountains in just over an hour, and the Antrim Coast Road, one of Europe's great coastal drives, starts thirty minutes north.

Belfast City is ideal if your trip focuses on Northern Ireland or if you want to start in Belfast and drive south into the Republic. Cross-border driving is seamless and included in every rental.

Pick your travelling companion

Small

Small

Ford Fiesta or Similar
32
Compact

Compact

Opel Astra or Similar
52
Standard

Standard

Skoda Octavia or Similar
53
Small SUV

Small SUV

Kia Sportage or Similar
53
SUV

SUV

Skoda Kodiaq or Similar
55
9 Seater

9 Seater

Opel Vivaro or Similar
98
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Driving from Belfast City Airport

Where the road takes you from here

Driving from Belfast City Airport gives quick access to the M3 and M2 motorways. Head north to Ballymena or west to Lisburn. You’re right in the heart of Northern Ireland’s road network.

10 stops you'll love

Northern Ireland road trip

Explore Northern Ireland: Belfast's Titanic & murals, Derry's history, Giant's Causeway, Bushmills whiskey & scenic Glens. Adventure awaits!

what you need to know

Cross-border driving guide

Cross-border car rental explained — what your agreement covers, speed limits, tolls, and the best Dublin to Giant's Causeway route.

includes the north

14-day Ireland itinerary

A 14-day Ireland self-drive itinerary covering the full west coast, Northern Ireland's Antrim coast, and the Giant's Causeway.

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Questions cousins ask about Belfast City Airport

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Can I drive a rental car from Belfast into the Republic of Ireland?
Yes. Cross-border driving is included at no extra cost. You can pick up in Belfast and drive anywhere on the island.
How far is Belfast City Airport from the city centre?
About 5 minutes by car. The airport is on the Sydenham Bypass, right beside the Titanic Quarter. You can be in the Cathedral Quarter or city centre in under 10 minutes.
What is the difference between Belfast City and Belfast International airports?
Belfast City (George Best) is closer to the city centre, about 5 minutes away. Belfast International is near Antrim, about 30 minutes northwest. Both serve UK and some European routes.
Do speed limits change when I cross from Northern Ireland to the Republic?
Yes. Northern Ireland uses miles per hour, and the Republic uses kilometres per hour. Speed limit signs change at the border. Your car's speedometer shows both.
Is the Antrim Coast Road worth driving?
It is one of the best coastal drives in Europe. From Belfast, head north through Larne, Cushendall, and Ballycastle to the Giant's Causeway. Allow a full day to enjoy the stops along the way.

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