Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located.
With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from BHM to LGA is with Delta Air Lines at 17:32.
Leave enough time to get on your BHM to New York flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York ticket. Start your journey at BHM and touch down at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Take to the skies with Delta Air Lines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York.
To reach BHM from central Birmingham, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BHM:
80.37% of flights leaving Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from BHM.
BHM's address is 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to New York
68 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 137 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BHM to New York.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to the centre of New York takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near JFK if you have a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and venture far and wide through New York and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from BHM to New York can help you get the best possible rate.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near EWR. Unwind and get cosy after your BHM to New York flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Dollar, Budget and Thrifty make picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 18 kilometres from the centre of New York. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel near LGA. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your BHM to New York flight:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York is a good time to book your vehicle from LGA. You're likely to find a better rate or score some early bird savings.
LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Before locking in your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in New York offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
When booking your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BHM to New York around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to New York, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are leading attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.