Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is 11 hours behind Sydney.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to BHX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the SYD to BHX route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight is £310. A return fare right now is £703. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to BHX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Birmingham International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to BHX.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Birmingham International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Birmingham International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Consider booking a hotel near BHX if you're on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo to explore Birmingham and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Birmingham International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport to the centre of Birmingham has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 15 miles away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Birmingham International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Birmingham in January.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Birmingham International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Birmingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to BHX in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Birmingham, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 100 miles south-east to London to check off its leading sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 75 miles south-west of Birmingham, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
