Flying from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) taking off from here.
Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 2 hours behind Johannesburg.
Your flight from Johannesburg to BHX won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Johannesburg to BHX. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The distance from central Johannesburg to JNB is about 29 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport to the centre of Birmingham is about 23 minutes in a car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It typically takes 48 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport from R 5,717 or travel return from just R 7,374. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To find cheap tickets from Johannesburg to BHX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Birmingham. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Birmingham. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to BHX sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Birmingham
After locking in your flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Birmingham:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are attractions you won't want to skip in Birmingham.
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