Parking in George Best Airport

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George Best Belfast City Airport was first opened in 1938 and has been operating ever since. Last year in 2019 it served around 2.4 million passengers, mostly from UK-based airports. Cities commonly serviced by flights from George Best Belfast City Airport include Aberdeen, London, Glasgow and Inverness.

Notable moments in the George Best Belfast City Airport’s history include the requisitioning of the airport during the Second World War when it became HMS Gadwall. It returned to a civilian airport after the end of the war, and the runway was extended in 1952.

The George Best Belfast City Airport terminal has a number of shops and eateries so you can grab the essentials or something special before your flight. The WHSmith can be visited either before or after you have passed security. The World Duty-Free Group is also a great place to pick up something special on your way through as well.

If you just want to grab a coffee or a bite to eat before your flight there are several options at George Best Belfast City Airport. There is a Starbucks in the Departures Lounge, a Costa Coffee and if you’re looking for a more substantial meal St George’s Restaurant and Deli. If you’re celebrating a holiday or something special before your flight enjoy a meal or cocktails at The Artisan restaurant.

Facilities at George Best Belfast City Airport include the Alpha Luxury Furniture Hub which is available in the departures lounge, and car hire via Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and National. There are standard facilities as well including an information desk, ATm, toilets and baby changing facilities. Importantly, there is free WiFi available at the terminal.

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George Best Belfast City Airport parking is available with short and long term options with pre-booking available for both via the George Best Belfast City Airport website. 

Short stay car parking at George Best Belfast City Airport is around a 5-minute walk from the terminal and the long stay car park is around a 10-minute walk to the terminal. 

The short stay car park is located to the right as you enter the airport grounds and is next to the drop off and pick up lanes. If you enter the area to use the drop off or pick up areas for 10 minutes or less, there is no charge. Other charges for this car park are below:

• 0-10mins Free
• 11-30mins £3.00
• 30mins - 1 hr £6.00
• 1 - 2 hrs £10.00
• 2 - 3 hrs £13.00
• 3 - 4 hrs £15.00
• 4 - 6 hrs £18.00
• 6 - 8 hrs £20.00
• 8 - 12 hrs £30.00
• 12 - 24 hrs £40.00
• Additional days or part thereof £45.00

The long stay car park is a good option if you are planning on leaving your vehicle at George Best Belfast City Airport for a week or 2. Current charges for this vehicle are below:

• 0-15mins £1.00
• Up to 24 hrs £35.00
• 1 - 2 days £45.00
• 2 - 3 days £55.00
• 3 - 4 days £65.00
• 4 - 5 days £70.00
• 5 - 6 days £75.00
• 6 - 7  days £80.00
• Additional days or part thereof £5.00

12 month annual parking passes are available as well if you are a frequent flyer from George Best Belfast City Airport. These passes provide unlimited visits with current costs listed below:

• Long Stay: GBP 1,300 + VAT
• Short Stay: GBP 1,600 + VAT
• Fast Track: GBP 1,800 + VAT

Looking for a place to park close to George Best Belfast City Airport? You can browse through the options available on our website. Long-term and short-term off street parking options include driveways and lock-up garages. Book your car park in advance in minutes from the comfort of your couch.

By Train: The nearest train station is Sydenham station which is a 15-minute walk away from the airport. Trains 1 and 999 runs to this station from Portadown, Bangor and Lisburn stations.

By Bus: The Airport Express 600 runs from the centre of Belfast to the George Best Belfast City Airport. It runs every 30 minutes at peak times, and the trip takes about 10 minutes.

By Car: If you are coming to Belfast from the south use the M1 or M2 and look for signs to Belfast City Airport. If you are travelling from within Belfast city look for the A2 Sydenham Bypass. You can also use the postcode BT3 9JH.

George Best Belfast City Airport parking for disabled visitors is available at the short stay car park. Long term parking rates are available for those who are parking in the short stay car park and go to the information desk to present their Blue Badge.

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Is Belfast City Airport the same as George Best Belfast City Airport?

Yes, the airport was renamed in 2006 in honour of George Best, a footballer from Belfast.

Are there 2 airports in Belfast?

Yes, Belfast Internation Airport is also located close to the city.