Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC): what you need to know
The timezone in Anchorage is UTC-9, which is three hours behind Birmingham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BHM to ANC flight.
Travelling during a peak time like October? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Anchorage International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BHM and ANC:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
At the moment, 206 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Anchorage International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 452 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BHM to ANC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Birmingham Airport to Anchorage International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
When it comes to Birmingham Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BHM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Anchorage International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
If you have a late Birmingham Airport to Anchorage International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near ANC:
Pick up a Anchorage International Airport rental car and explore Anchorage and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Anchorage International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
Anchorage International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Anchorage. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Anchorage International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Anchorage based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham Airport to Anchorage International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Anchorage during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHM to ANC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
Fairbanks is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Anchorage. Around 418 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Aurora Park, S.S. Nenana Sternwheeler Riverboat and Georgeson Botanical Garden.
Eagle River is another place worth checking out during your the United States trip. Journey to this destination, which is about 21 kilometres north-east of Anchorage, to take in highlights like Wolf Song of Alaska.