Flying from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) jetting off from here.
Birmingham is four hours ahead of Philadelphia. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Philadelphia to BHX. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Philadelphia to BHX departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
PHL is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to BHX flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Trenton-Mercer Airport:
Trenton-Mercer Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82.45% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BHX:
Begin your 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.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport flight.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Central Birmingham is roughly 7 miles from Birmingham International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
At the moment, £193 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £492. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to BHX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport (BHX). June is when most people visit Birmingham. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
When booking your Philadelphia to BHX plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Birmingham
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Birmingham:
Your visit to Birmingham isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you can't miss include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kms (95 miles) south-east of Birmingham, a visit to London will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 129 kms (80 miles) south-west of Birmingham. No trip is complete without dropping by Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.