Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LHR to BHM flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LHR and BHM include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
Right now, $368 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $649. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to BHM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from LHR to BHM is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometers from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BHM instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and see more of Birmingham and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from the center of Birmingham. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Birmingham based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to BHM in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
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