Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is located in Solihull, about 13 km from the city. The airport has one terminal, serving the rest of the West Midlands region with domestic and international flights from metropolitan across the globe. Passengers can travel to and from the airport via the train, which links to the Birmingham International Railway Station just outside the airport.
Birmingham International Airport offers round-the-clock arrivals and departures.
Terminal Information
Birmingham Airport has a single terminal that is used for both domestic and international flights. The airline and handling agent desks are located on the ground floor of the check-in halls. Self-service check-in kiosks are only available for some airlines. To use this service, you need to visit the check-in halls on the ground and first floors. Travellers can also use the free shuttle bus from the airport, or the metro service which connects to Birmingham International Railway Station.
Airport Facilities
VIP lounges
Wi-Fi
Fast track to skip the queue
Meeting rooms
Smoking rooms
Shops
Restaurants and bars
Medical assistance
Lost and found department
Currency exchange counters
Special travel assistance
Interactive play area for children
Prayer rooms
Things to do
The airport offers several things to do while you wait for your flight. These are:
Visit Sky Zone an entertainment area for children
The airport has several lounges where you can relax
You can shop at the airport
Fill your stomach with delicious meals at the restaurants
There are currency exchange machines at the airport
Visa and Immigration
In order to visit the city of Birmingham, you will require a UK visa. The country offers a Standard Visitor Visa for tourism. This type of visa allows a person to stay in the UK for up to 6 months. However, if your stay in the UK is extended under certain circumstances, you can apply for a visa extension for up to six additional months. The earliest you can apply for a Standard Visitor Visa is three months prior to your travel
Hotels near Birmingham airport
ibis
Novotel
Hilton Garden Inn
Travelodge
There are several hotels near Birmingham airport. Some of them are -
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Citizens of Nepal and Maldives are eligible for tax exemption/reduction, as per applicable laws, on the airfare. In order to avail such tax exemption/reduction, passengers must declare their correct nationality at the time of booking. In case citizens of Nepal or Maldives intend to travel with any foreign nationals, such citizen (passenger) are requested to kindly book tickets for accompanying foreign national (passengers) in a separate PNR/ticket. Once selected, the nationality cannot be changed at any point during the booking process.
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Children above the age of 2 years and under the age of two 12 years, as on the date of travel, can travel as children and must be accompanied by a companion aged 18 (eighteen) years or more, as on the date of travel, or must book under Unaccompanied Minor fare.
Yes, Applicable for senior citizens above the age of 60 years. Entitled for discount of 6% on base fare. Proof of Date of Birth is mandatory and needs to be presented at the time of check-in. Failure in producing proof will result in charging prevailing fares.
Yes, Applicable for senior citizens above the age of 60 years. Entitled for discount of 6% on base fare. Proof of Date of Birth is mandatory and needs to be presented at the time of check-in. Failure in producing proof will result in charging prevailing fares.
Above the age of 12 years, as on the date of travel, can travel as adult(s).
6E Double Seat allows you to book two seats for one person.
With 6E Double Seat service, only one boarding pass will be generated.
Purchase of a 6E Double Seat, as part of round-trip/multicity will be applicable for the whole trip and cannot be purchased for only one leg.
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If you wish to book with our 6E Double Seat service, select the number of Double seats from the Passenger(s) and Double Seat(s) drop-down at the time of searching for a flight.
For a stress-free flying experience, check out our all-new 6E Double Seat service. With this service, customers can book two seats for one person.
Passenger(s) can book maximum up to four (4) extra seat in a single PNR.
6E Double seat will offer a 10 Kg additional baggage allowance and an option to check-in 2 pieces baggage without any charges.
With 6E Double Seat service, only one boarding pass will be generated.
Only 1 extra seat per passenger can be booked under 6E Double Seat service.
Yes, you can! While booking a flight, you will get an option of choosing your preferred seat; you can easily opt for the seat of your choice and convenience.
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6E Triple Seat allows you to book Three seats for one person.
With 6E Triple Seat service, only one boarding pass will be generated.
Purchase of a 6E Triple Seat, as part of round-trip/multicity will be applicable for the whole trip and cannot be purchased for only one leg.
Get additional allowance of 10 kg and carry two pieces of checked baggage.
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If you wish to book with our 6E Triple Seat service, select the number of triple seats (per passenger), and triple Seat(s) drop-down at the time of searching for a flight
For a stress-free flying experience, check out our all-new 6E Triple Seat service. With this service, customers can book one entire row for one person.
Passenger(s) can book maximum up to six (6) extra seat in a single PNR.
6E Triple seat will offer a 10 Kg additional baggage allowance and an option to check-in 2 pieces baggage without any charges.
With 6E Triple Seat service, only one boarding pass will be generated.
Two extra seat per passenger can be booked under 6E Triple Seat service.
Yes, you can! While booking a flight, you will get an option of choosing your preferred seat; you can easily opt for the seat of your choice and convenience.