Travelling from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) taking off from here.
Birmingham is 4 hours ahead of Ottawa. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Ottawa to BHX.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is roughly 8 miles from the centre of Ottawa. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near BHX:
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport to the centre of Birmingham takes around 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 15 miles away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 48 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Book a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport from £241 or travel return from just £504. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Ottawa to BHX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport. June is the most popular month to travel to Birmingham. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Ottawa to BHX for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 10ºC to 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Cadbury World and The Library of Birmingham are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Birmingham travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Sea Life Centre.
Complete your Birmingham trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Ottawa to Birmingham International Airport isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Birmingham and explore the city on your own terms. We find deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.
