George Best Belfast City Airport

George Best Belfast City Airport, opened in 1938 and renamed in 2006 in tribute to the footballer, is a compact one‑terminal airport on Belfast’s eastern edge that handles mainly regional and short‑haul flights. Its close proximity—about 3 miles (5 km) from Belfast city centre—makes it popular with business travellers, with regular buses, taxis and good road links via the A2 and easy access to nearby Sydenham rail services. As a busy city gateway, it’s important for UK and Irish connections and serves as a regional base for carriers such as Loganair and Aer Lingus Regional; fares are generally moderate, though the convenience can sometimes command a small premium compared with larger nearby airports.