Flying from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM): What you need to know
Birmingham is 17 hours behind Melbourne. Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located in Birmingham, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to BHM.
Popular months like December or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you want to visit another city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to BHM.
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
68% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to BHM flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport get to their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BHM instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Birmingham and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Getting from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
Central Birmingham is about 6 kilometres from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is $1,657. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,344. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to BHM, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to BHM is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM). October is the peak month for travel to Birmingham. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in August.
Lock in a Melbourne to BHM plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Birmingham
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Birmingham:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. 16th Street Baptist Church, Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District are must-visits when exploring Birmingham.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Birmingham, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 290 kilometres north to Nashville to tick off its leading attractions. From Grand Ole Opry to Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Atlanta, roughly 225 kilometres east of Birmingham. Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.