Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Edinburgh and Birmingham are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Flights from EDI to BHX start from 06:10 — the earliest with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 21:00 with easyJet. In total, there are 15 weekly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your EDI to BHX flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
EasyJet has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Birmingham — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is easyJet.
EasyJet leads the way as the most punctual carrier for EDI to BHX flights, with 80.43% of services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and BHX:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Dublin Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
$42 is the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. A return flight starts at $83. These fares may change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from EDI to BHX, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EDI to BHX.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Consider staying in a hotel near BHX if you're catching a late Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Birmingham Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and venture far and wide through Birmingham and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Birmingham Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Birmingham. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to BHX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres south-east to London to check off its must-visit sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 113 kilometres north of Birmingham, Manchester is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.