Cheap Flights from Leeds Bradford to Birmingham

This information is correct as of January 2016

Airlines that fly from Leeds to Birmingham

No airlines currently offer direct flights from Leeds to Birmingham. If you do need to fly to Birmingham you can go indirect with Flybe via Belfast, Aer Lingus via Dublin, or KLM CityHopper via Amsterdam.

Terminal Information – Departing

Leeds-Bradford International Airport has one terminal. The departure lounge has a small but varied range of places to relax, eat and shop. Pick up a bargain at World Duty Free, some last minute toiletries at Superdrug, or some reading for your flight at WH Smith. If you're hungry you can enjoy some pub-grub at the Saltaire Bar, a burger from Burger King, a sandwich from Camden Food Company, or a coffee and cake from Caffe Ritazza. The Sports Bar is a relaxing destination for a pre-flight drink. If you want to add a bit of luxury to your trip you can check into the Yorkshire Lounge for £20*. This buys you access for two hours. Inside you can make the most of a fully stocked bar, complimentary snacks, and fast Wi-Fi.

Terminal Information – Arriving

 Birmingham Airport has a well-equipped arrivals area with a Costa and an M&S Simply Food: perfect if you need to refuel before heading into town. There are five local buses running between the airport and the city centre, as well as coach services by National Express and Megabus. If you book your tickets in advance you can save lots of money. The airport runs a free shuttle to Birmingham International Train Station. From there you can hop on a train to Birmingham New Street Station for about £3.* If you're in a hurry you can take a cab from the taxi rank. The cars are metered, but you should expect to pay around £25* for the journey into central Birmingham. If you prefer to drive yourself you'll find the car rental desks in the arrivals hall. Remember to compare car hire at Birmingham Airport to find the best deals.

Practical Information

If you're flying to Birmingham via Belfast or Dublin you won't need your passport, as both cities are within the Common Travel Area. You will need to bring a form of approved photographic ID for security purposes. Every airline has its own requirements, so we recommend checking your airline's website for in-depth information. Generally, officially issued ID such as driving licenses and student ID cards are fine for domestic travel. If you're flying via Amsterdam you will need your passport as you're passing through the Schengen Zone. This is true even if you aren't planning on leaving the airport.

What to expect in Birmingham

Birmingham and Leeds are similar in terms of climate and cost of living.

*Prices subject to change