Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
A direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport takes on average 1 hour 11 minutes. Birmingham's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Edinburgh.
You can choose from 25 weekly flights from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport. The 05:45 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight available from EDI to BHX. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 21:45 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Birmingham (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is easy with easyJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and BHX:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
For a flight within United Kingdom, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show another kind of identity document, like a driver's license or ID card. Once you've found your cheap ticket from EDI to BHX, check your ID is valid before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport is $30. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $67. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from EDI to BHX.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Getting a cheap ticket from EDI to BHX is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Airport can be reached in about 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near EDI:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Birmingham. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 23 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 48 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Birmingham in February.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from EDI to BHX 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 flights from EDI to BHX, you'll want to find a hotel in Birmingham. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Cadbury World and The Library of Birmingham are just two of the big attractions to put on your Birmingham must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Sea Life Centre.
Complete your Birmingham trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Birmingham International Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Birmingham stay.