Travelling from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM): What you need to know
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located in Birmingham. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is six hours behind London.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from London to BHM. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to BHM departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kms (15 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Orlando International Airport (MCO). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) departing London Gatwick Airport.
LGW is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to BHM flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down as planned.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 56 kms (35 miles) from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight:
STN has a solid on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on schedule and land as expected.
About Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
Book a hotel near BHM if you're catching a late flight from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight.
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Getting from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is about 6 kms (4 miles) from central Birmingham. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is £370. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £655. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to BHM. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from London to BHM.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM). Plan your visit to Birmingham in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a London to BHM plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Birmingham
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Birmingham right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport:
16th Street Baptist Church and Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Birmingham itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 290 kms (180 miles) north to Nashville to check off its leading attractions. From Grand Ole Opry to Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kms (140 miles) east of Birmingham, Atlanta is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.