Flying from Belfast to Moscow: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Belfast to Moscow. Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's main airports.
When arriving in Moscow, hop off the plane at Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) or Vnukovo Airport (VKO). Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) is another gateway to this city.
Moscow is three hours ahead of Belfast and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you board your Belfast to Moscow flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Moscow
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Belfast to Moscow flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Belfast to Moscow.
You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Belfast to Moscow.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Belfast to Moscow flights.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your journey. When searching for a Belfast to Moscow flight, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Antalya Airport (AYT) is one option if you're flying out of Belfast International Airport.
BFS is around 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Moscow or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
67.55% of flights taking off from Belfast International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Belfast to Moscow? Relax in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
Arriving in Moscow
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to central Moscow takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Moscow. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SVO instead:
Best time to go to Moscow
July is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Moscow. To avoid the crowds, head to Moscow in February.
When booking your Belfast to Moscow tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Moscow, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -18ºC and 0ºC. Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Moscow around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Russia
You've visited Moscow, now it's time to discover other corners of Russia. Journey about 386 kilometres east to Nizhniy Novgorod to tick off its top attractions. From Monument to cosmonaut Komarov to A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Russia, consider Voronezh, roughly 467 kilometres south of Moscow. Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev are highlights.
