Flying from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Birmingham is five hours ahead of Philadelphia. Birmingham Airport is located in Birmingham, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to BHX.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like spring break and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Philadelphia to BHX with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PHL and BHX include:
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Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 18 kilometers from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to BHX flight:
76% of all departures from Trenton-Mercer Airport arrive according to schedule.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
From Birmingham Airport, central Birmingham is around 14 kilometers away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city center by car.
Traveling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Right now, AED 1,125 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,800. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to 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.
Cheap Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
August is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport (BHX). Visit Birmingham in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Philadelphia to BHX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Birmingham right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Philadelphia to Birmingham Airport:
Your visit to Birmingham should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel around 153 kilometers southeast to London to check off its top attractions. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 121 kilometers north of Birmingham, Manchester is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
