City of Derry Airport
Distance from City of Derry Airport to St Helens
The distance from City of Derry Airport to St Helens is 332.6 miles (535.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 8 hours and 4 minutes.
For the journey from City of Derry Airport to St Helens, approximately 33.26 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.
Route from City of Derry Airport to St Helens
The route via Aughnacloy Border Crossing, Caergybi, Bae Colwyn.
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63.5 mi · 1 h, 34 m
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Aughnacloy Border Crossing
161.7 mi · 4 h, 34 m
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Caergybi
44.8 mi · 52 m
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Bae Colwyn
61.7 mi · 1 h, 13 m
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St Helens
Airports near City of Derry Airport and St Helens
Several airports are located near City of Derry Airport and St Helens. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near City of Derry Airport
- Belfast International Airport 63.7 mi 1 h, 26 m
- George Best Belfast City Airport 76.8 mi 1 h, 36 m
Airports near St Helens
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport 14.5 mi 26 m
- Manchester Airport 25.7 mi 33 m
- Leeds Bradford International Airport 66.4 mi 1 h, 27 m
Alternative travel by plane from City of Derry Airport to St Helens
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from City of Derry Airport to St Helens, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route City of Derry Airport → St Helens
City of Derry Airport
- Starting point: City of Derry Airport
- Arrival at the airport: Belfast International Airport
- Distance: 63.7 mi
- Travel time: 1 h, 26 m
Belfast International Airport
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
Possible flight route
- Start: Belfast International Airport
- Goal: Liverpool John Lennon Airport
- As the crow flies: 164.4 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 15 m
Destination airport
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to St Helens: 14.5 mi
- Travel time: 26 m
St Helens
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection City of Derry Airport – St Helens
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 332.6 mi | 8 h, 4 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 243 mi | 4 h, 25 m |
When is a flight from City of Derry Airport to St Helens worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.