Flying from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your trip. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main terminals in Washington DC.
Birmingham is 4 hours ahead of Washington DC. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Washington DC to BHX.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
From the centre of Washington DC, DCA is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport, check out these options when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 51 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to BHX:
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Book a hotel near BHX if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Birmingham. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 23 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 48 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport is 265 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 425 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Washington DC to BHX. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a wider choice of flight times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Birmingham. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Washington DC to BHX in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Birmingham
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Birmingham:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are top attractions which should be on every Birmingham itinerary.
Complete your Birmingham trip with a car rental
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