Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport.
Santorini (Thira) is two hours ahead of Birmingham and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your BHX to JTR flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jet2 has direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Santorini (Thira) — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
Jet2 tops the list for bookings on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier operating BHX to JTR flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BHX and JTR include:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
$73 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. Return flights start at $152. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHX to JTR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHX to JTR.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BHX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
Consider staying in a hotel near JTR if you have a late Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car and explore Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Santorini (Thira) Airport around three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Santorini (Thira). If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to JTR in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Santorini (Thira), now it's time to discover other parts of Greece. Travel about 225 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its top sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Greece, head for Larisa, about 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among the biggest draws.