Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Cardiff and Birmingham are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Leave enough time to catch your CWL to BHX flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cardiff Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CWL and BHX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Currently, £58 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £103. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CWL to BHX, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport to Birmingham International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from CWL to BHX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Birmingham International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights leaving from Cardiff Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is around 17 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CWL? If you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Birmingham International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Consider booking a hotel near BHX if you're catching a late Cardiff Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience more of Birmingham and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Birmingham International Airport about one week in advance.
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 reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Birmingham International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Birmingham. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Birmingham International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CWL to BHX in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 100 miles south-east of Birmingham, a visit to London will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 75 miles south-west of Birmingham. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.
