Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) to Birmingham Airport (BHM): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Birmingham Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Your PHX to BHM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Birmingham Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Birmingham — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Southwest Airlines.
The most punctual carrier operating PHX to BHM flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 70.0% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Birmingham Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PHX and BHM include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
80% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of PHX.
To reach Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport from central Phoenix, it takes about 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near PHX? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Birmingham Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BHM if you're taking a late Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Birmingham Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and find adventure across Birmingham and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Birmingham Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham Airport to the center of Birmingham has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHM)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Birmingham Airport is March, while October is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Birmingham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Birmingham Airport for July if you'd like to visit Birmingham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHX to BHM around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Memphis is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Birmingham. Around 354 kilometers away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum.
Another favorite stop in the United States, New South Memphis is about 338 kilometers north-west of Birmingham. Make time for highlights including Big River Crossing.