Essential facts for transfers from George Best Belfast City Airport to Antrim
Updated 08/09/2026
The M2 motorway connects George Best Belfast City Airport directly to Antrim in under 25 minutes, skirting Belfast Lough's eastern shore. Pre-booking your transfer eliminates airport taxi queues and guarantees a driver holding your name sign at arrivals.
- Route
- George Best Belfast City Airport to Antrim
- Distance
- 34.0 km / 21.1 miles
- Average travel time
- 25min
- Starting price
- GBP 93.08
- Flight monitoring
- Real-time flight tracking — driver adjusts if delayed
- Waiting time
- 60 min free wait at arrivals, 15 min for other pickups
- Avg. airport exit time
- 40 minutes
From booking to arrival
How it works
A few simple steps. A smoother journey.
1. Book your ride
Choose your route and vehicle, add your details and receive your booking confirmation.
2. Meet your driver
Find your driver at the meeting point and let them take care of your luggage.
3. Enjoy your journey
Settle in and enjoy a comfortable ride, all the way to your destination.
What to know about the George Best Belfast City Airport → Antrim route
Tolls, traffic windows and drop-off logistics that apply to this specific route.
M2 Motorway Route, No Tolls
The journey uses the M2 motorway northwestward from George Best Belfast City Airport to Antrim town centre. No tolls or congestion charges apply on this route. The road is well-maintained and regularly monitored for traffic flow.
Peak Traffic Times
Weekday mornings (07:00–09:00) and late afternoons (17:00–18:30) see the heaviest motorway use. Weekend mornings are typically quieter. The route remains passable year-round; winter weather rarely causes significant delays in this area.
Antrim Drop-Off Flexibility
Drivers are familiar with Antrim town centre and can drop you at any accessible address—hotels, attractions, business locations, or landmarks. Confirm your exact destination at booking. Town centre parking is straightforward, and the driver can wait if needed (additional charges apply beyond 60 minutes).
Vehicles for George Best Belfast City Airport to Antrim
Choose the right vehicle for your group size and comfort needs. All fares are fixed and include meet & greet.
Economy
Skoda Octavia, Toyota Prius or similar
GBP 93.08
Standard Sedan
Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series or similar
GBP 132.98
First Class
Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series or similar
GBP 199.46
First Class Van
Mercedes V-Class, Viano or similar
GBP 193.88
Standard Van
Mercedes Vito, Ford Custom or similar
GBP 139.40
Minibus
Mercedes Sprinter or similar — up to 12 pax
GBP 348.50
Transfer from George Best Belfast City Airport to Antrim
Your journey from George Best Belfast City Airport takes the M2 motorway northwestward, offering views of Belfast Lough's water and the transition from East Belfast's residential neighbourhoods into Antrim's green, open landscape. The drive is straightforward and scenic, passing through areas of modern housing before reaching the market town itself. Weekday mornings between 07:00–09:00 and late afternoons (17:00–18:30) see heavier traffic on the motorway, though the overall journey rarely exceeds 30 minutes even in peak conditions.
At George Best Belfast City Airport, your driver will meet you at the arrivals baggage-hall exit of your landing terminal, holding a name sign—no need to hunt for taxi ranks or wait in queues. Confirm your flight number when booking so the driver monitors your arrival in real time and adjusts to any delays or terminal changes at no extra cost. You'll have a comfortable 60-minute free wait at arrivals if your luggage takes longer than expected.
Public transport from the airport to Antrim involves bus routes 600 or 218 plus transfers, typically taking 55 minutes to just over an hour and costing £15–22, with no direct service. Taxi queues at the airport are unpredictable and lack the fixed pricing you get with a pre-booked transfer. A private transfer gives you door-to-door reliability, a professional driver familiar with the route, and no hidden charges—all tolls and road fees are included in your fixed price of GBP 93.08.




Reviews
Excellent service
Our driver met us promptly at the arranged time and place, was very personable and knowledgeable about the area, and delivered us to our hotel safely. Will definitely use this company again!
C FRANKE · 29/09/2026 Great service perfect
Désirée · 29/09/2026 Our driver/trip to Heathrow
Our driver, Muhammad, was waiting for us at the hotel for our trip to the airport, right on time. We received his name & number the night before in case we needed to contact him. He was a courteous &…
Connie W · 29/09/2026
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