Flying from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Frankfurt is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport flight.
Birmingham is one hour behind Frankfurt. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), with 25 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from FRA to BHX is the 7:40am Lufthansa service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 10:10pm with Lufthansa.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to BHX. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) depart from this terminal.
When departing from FRA, you can catch a direct flight from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport with Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from FRA to BHX.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.44% of its services landing on schedule.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
67.47% of flights taking off from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport. Check out these connections between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and BHX:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to BHX flight:
53.13% of flights departing Frankfurt - Hahn Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
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To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport flight.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Birmingham. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport is 46 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 106 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Frankfurt to BHX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Birmingham. June is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a Frankfurt to BHX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Birmingham International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
The Windsor Castle and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Birmingham itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Birmingham, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey about 153 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its leading attractions. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are among its highlights.