Flying from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport (BHX): What you need to know
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Phoenix. Birmingham Airport is located in Birmingham.
To ensure you catch your flight from Phoenix to BHX, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during peak months like March, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Whether you're eager to explore another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Phoenix to BHX.
Travelling from central Phoenix to PHX takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from PHX make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport the day before your Phoenix to BHX flight:
Most flights that depart Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport land at their destination on schedule. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near BHX and turn in quicker:
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Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
From Birmingham Airport, central Birmingham is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
$490 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport. A return flight starts from $1,327. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to BHX, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Phoenix to Birmingham Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport (BHX). Plan your visit to Birmingham in December for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Phoenix to BHX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Birmingham right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Birmingham Airport:
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Birmingham travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Bournville Experience.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Birmingham, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel around 153 kilometres southeast to London to tick off its top sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Manchester is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 121 kilometres north of Birmingham. No journey is complete without seeing Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
