Belfast International Airport

EGAA / BFS

Belfast, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
7 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGAA 040920Z AUTO 18007KT 150V220 9999 BKN010 BKN046 10/08 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 268 ft
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,268 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,868 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGAA 040501Z 0406/0506 16009KT 9999 SCT025 TEMPO 0406/0412 7000 -RADZ BKN010 PROB30 TEMPO 0406/0411 4000 RADZ BKN005 PROB30 TEMPO 0412/0506 BKN012 PROB30 TEMPO 0421/0502 17015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
21:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+12h
VFR 170° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GAA
07
25
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 9,121 ft 148 ft ASP 65°
3.0 kt 6.3 kt
115° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
6,204 ft 148 ft ASP 162°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGAA

7,708 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.7%
MVFR
28.6%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
3.7%

Belfast International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 13.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperatures typically range between -5°C and 18°C with an average of 7.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.6%
NE
3.8%
E
15.8%
SE
16.1%
S
22%
SW
22.6%
W
9%
NW
6%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.3°C
Range: -5°C to 18°C
-5°C 18°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

September March November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,708 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Belfast International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGAA
IATA Code: BFS
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 268 ft MSL

Location

City: Belfast
Country: GB
Latitude: 54.657501°
Longitude: -6.215830°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,121 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 6,204 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Belfast International Airport

Overview

Belfast International Airport serves Northern Ireland as a major international gateway, located approximately 20 kilometers northwest of Belfast city center. Situated at an elevation of 268 feet mean sea level, the airport handles significant commercial and charter passenger traffic. Its strategic location provides essential air connectivity for the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's geographical position in Northern Ireland exposes it to maritime weather influences, characterized by frequent precipitation and variable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shear and turbulence, particularly during autumn and winter months. The dual runway configuration (07/25 and 17/35) offers operational flexibility in different wind scenarios.

Notable Features

Belfast International Airport features two asphalt runways with substantial lengths: Runway 07/25 measuring 9,121 feet and Runway 17/35 extending 6,204 feet. The airport's elevation and surrounding terrain suggest potential terrain-related considerations during approach and departure procedures. Its coordinates at 54.657501, -6.215830 indicate a location with potential coastal meteorological interactions.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on prevailing wind direction, with the longer 07/25 runway providing optimal landing capabilities for larger aircraft. The substantial runway lengths accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and support complex approach requirements. Pilots should carefully assess current wind vectors and potential crosswind components when planning arrivals and departures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.