Flying from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Beijing. Explore your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when booking your flight from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is 8 hours behind Beijing. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to BHX, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from Beijing to BHX departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch an early flight from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Daxing International Airport:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to PKX from the center of Beijing in about 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometers away.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Beijing to BHX, kick back in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you have a late flight from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BHX:
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometers from central Birmingham. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 23 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 48 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport is $290. The cheapest price for a return flight is $657. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from Beijing to BHX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Beijing to BHX. There's no need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Personalize your trip by applying filters. Adjust the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Birmingham. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Beijing to BHX in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Birmingham
After booking your flight from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Birmingham:
One of the best ways to experience Birmingham is to explore its top sights. Essential stops include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Complete your Birmingham trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Birmingham and explore at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Beijing to Birmingham International Airport.
