Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
Alexandria is two hours ahead of Birmingham and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your BHX to HBE flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BHX and HBE include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight is R 3,385. A return plane ticket right now is R 6,693. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHX to HBE if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BHX to HBE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of all flights leaving Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to BHX:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Touching down on a late Birmingham International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight? Grab your bags and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great options close to HBE are Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria and Relaxation Villa With Private Pool.
Pick up a Borg El Arab Airport rental car and discover Alexandria and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Avis and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
From Borg El Arab Airport, Alexandria is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Alexandria based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Alexandria, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to HBE in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria, a visit to Cairo will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If you want to check out another major destination in Egypt, consider Giza, roughly 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are the start of reasons to visit.