Travelling from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Craiova Airport to Birmingham International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Craiova.
Choose from three weekly Craiova Airport to Birmingham International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Wizz Air Malta is the earliest flight available. Wizz Air Malta operates the last service of the day at 19:10.
To ensure you catch your CRA to BHX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Birmingham (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze with Wizz Air Malta. This popular airline has direct flights from Craiova Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
Wizz Air Malta is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
£19 is the lowest price for a one-way Craiova Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £39. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from CRA to BHX by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Craiova Airport to Birmingham International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Craiova Airport (CRA)
Central Craiova to Craiova Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CRA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Craiova Airport to Birmingham International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you're coming in on a late Craiova Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near BHX:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Birmingham and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Birmingham International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
From Birmingham International Airport, Birmingham is approximately 15 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Craiova Airport to Birmingham International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Birmingham. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Craiova 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).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CRA to BHX sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you should also see. Around 100 miles south-east of Birmingham, a visit to London will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 75 miles south-west of Birmingham. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.