Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Birmingham

Travellers going from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) will find cheap flights available daily. Booking through Skyscanner lets you find flights from Istanbul to Birmingham through major airlines such as Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Air France.

Direct flights following this route are available but may be costlier than connecting flights. Travellers on a budget can choose one-stop or two-stop flights from Istanbul to Birmingham. Layovers will often be at Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) or Frankfurt Airport (FRA). At each of these airports, the facilities provide meal options, shopping and luxurious rest areas.

Travelling from Istanbul to Birmingham will require visitors to arrive at Istanbul Ataturk airport at least two hours before the flight takes off. Travellers will need a passport to check into their flight and go through security. Before heading to the airport, visitors are encouraged to check with their specific airlines to review carry-on and checked baggage requirements.

What to Expect When Arriving in Birmingham

Birmingham Airport has two terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Cheap flights from Istanbul to Birmingham will fly into Terminal 2. From there, visitors can enjoy shops, restaurants and other services as they make their way through the terminal. Visitors of Birmingham are able to rent vehicles and schedule transportation from the airport through one of the many vendors at BHX. These include Enterprise, Alamo and Hertz. Car hires can all be booked through Skyscanner where travellers can find great deals on transportation.

Currency exchange is also offered at the airport. Visitors from Istanbul may transfer liras to pounds at a vendor in the airport. A list of currency exchange vendors in the area can be found at Eurochange.

Birmingham Time Zone

The destination is located in the British Summer Time zone, so Birmingham is two hours behind Istanbul.

Birmingham Weather

Birmingham’s temperatures range between 6 and 21 °C depending on the time of year. July is the warmest month, and January is the coldest. During the winter months, Birmingham often receives the most snow of all of Britain. Like all of the United Kingdom, Birmingham can be rainy and cloudy. Visitors arriving from Istanbul are encouraged to look at the weather forecast to plan their clothing and trip activities accordingly. A full 14-day weather forecast can be found at World Weather Online to help plan for your trip from Istanbul to Birmingham.

Things to Do in Birmingham

When you're looking for the top things to do in Birmingham, be sure to treat your sweet tooth at Cadbury World, which offers interactive exhibits all about the famous chocolate. Families with children will enjoy National Sea Life, an aquarium with play areas. The Birmingham Museum offers a look at the city's history through art and artefacts. When you're hungry for a meal, head to the Bull Ring, an indoor mall, for a wide selection.