Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Peshawar Airport (PEW): what you need to know
Peshawar is five hours ahead of Birmingham and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BHX to PEW flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Peshawar Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between BHX and PEW:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Birmingham Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Peshawar Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BHX:
Arriving at Peshawar Airport (PEW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PEW if you're taking a late Birmingham Airport to Peshawar Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
When to fly to Peshawar Airport (PEW)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Peshawar Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Peshawar based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Birmingham Airport to Peshawar Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Peshawar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to PEW in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Peshawar is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan just waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres south-east of Peshawar, a visit to Lahore will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Mavi Mosque(blue mosque), Indo-Islamic Design Monument and Jamia Masjid Shah Jamaat.
Faisalabad is another favourite destination in Pakistan and is around 322 kilometres south-east of Peshawar. No trip is complete without dropping by Faisal Masjid, Cricket Ground and Jinnah Park.