Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA): what you need to know
Genoa's timezone is UTC+1, making Genoa one hour ahead of Birmingham.
To ensure you get on your BHX to GOA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BHX and GOA include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
£44 is the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport flight. A return flight starts at £90. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHX to GOA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BHX to GOA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is around 15 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near BHX:
Arriving at Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GOA if you're catching a late Birmingham International Airport to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport rental car and discover Genoa and beyond with your own wheels. Maggiore, Sicily by Car and ecovia are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to central Genoa
From Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, Genoa is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Genoa. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Genoa is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BHX to GOA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Genoa. Around 250 miles away to the south-east, its best attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Italy, head for Milan, about 75 miles north of Genoa. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are highlights.