Traveling from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Glasgow's main airport, Glasgow Airport (GLA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport (BHX) leaving from this terminal.
Book a direct Glasgow to Birmingham Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Birmingham's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Glasgow. Birmingham Airport is located in Birmingham.
With 12 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) is the busiest route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 6:20am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from GLA to BHX is with easyJet at 8:45pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to BHX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Traveling during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
You can book a direct flight from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport (BHX) departing from Glasgow Airport (GLA).
You can lock in a direct flight from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport with easyJet. This popular airline offers services from GLA.
Most travelers choose to book seats with easyJet from GLA to BHX.
With a reliable 91.82% of services arriving on schedule, easyJet is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
GLA is around 13 kilometers from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Glasgow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
81% of flights leaving Glasgow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from GLA.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometers from central Glasgow. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to BHX flight:
Flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 83% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Consider staying in a hotel near BHX if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Glasgow to Birmingham Airport flight can help you lock in a great 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 get to the city center by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport is $26. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $51. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book three months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Glasgow to BHX.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Glasgow to Birmingham Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
August is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport (BHX). Plan your visit to Birmingham in December for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Glasgow 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 has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Birmingham Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are essential stops on your Birmingham itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey around 153 kilometers southeast to London to tick off its top sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Manchester is another favorite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 121 kilometers north of Birmingham. No journey is complete without visiting Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.