Flying from Belfast to Pune International Airport (PNQ): What you need to know
The timezone in Pune is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Belfast. Pune International Airport is located in Pune.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Belfast to PNQ. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Pune International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
68% of flights leaving from Belfast International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
You can get to BHD from central Belfast in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Belfast to PNQ flight? Check in to a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69%.
About Pune International Airport (PNQ)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Pune International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near PNQ and get cozy, quick:
Grab a Pune International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travelers miss. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Pune and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Belfast to Pune International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Pune International Airport (PNQ) to central Pune
Central Pune is around 13 kilometers from Pune International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Pune International Airport (PNQ)
Currently, $482 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Pune International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $868. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Belfast to PNQ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Belfast to Pune International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Pune International Airport (PNQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Pune International Airport (PNQ). Plan your visit to Pune in September if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Pune is April, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Belfast to PNQ plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Pune International Airport in January when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Pune
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Pune right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Belfast to Pune International Airport:
Your Pune trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Pune. Around 121 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Gateway Of India Mumbai.
If there's time to check out another corner of India, consider Navi Mumbai, roughly 105 kilometers northwest of Pune. ISKCON Khargar, ADAI WATERFALL and Karnala Fort are among the biggest draws.
