Belfast City George Best Airport is located in Belfast, United Kingdom and is a major regional airport. The airport was initially known as Belfast Harbour Airport and received its current name in 2006 after the late Northern Ireland football legend, George Best. The airport was renamed to honour Best’s legacy, who was born and raised in Belfast, and his charitable work in the local area.

The airport was first opened in 1938 as a seaplane base for short-haul flights. It was later upgraded to serve larger aircraft, and in the 1950s it was expanded to serve international flights. In 1954, the airport received its first international flights from London. The airport continued to expand throughout the late 20th century, with the addition of new runways, taxiways and other amenities.

The airport code BHD is derived from its original name, Belfast Harbour Airport. In 2006, the airport changed its name to Belfast City George Best Airport, but it retained the original BHD code.

Today, Belfast City George Best Airport is a major regional hub, serving over 2.5 million passengers each year. It has direct flights to over 20 destinations throughout the UK and Ireland, as well as seasonal flights to continental Europe. The airport is served by a number of major airlines, including British Airways, easyJet, Flybe and Ryanair.

The airport operates over 600 flights per day and has a total of 24 aircraft stands. It is equipped with a state-of-the-art terminal building, which features retail stores, restaurants, cafes and other amenities.

Belfast City George Best Airport is a major contributor to the local economy, providing employment for over 2,000 people. The airport is a popular destination for business and leisure travellers, and it is a major hub for air cargo services.