Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Birmingham Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Birmingham's timezone is UTC+0, making Birmingham five hours ahead of Durham.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RDU to BHX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Birmingham Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between RDU and BHX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Birmingham Airport flight is 216 €. A return plane ticket is currently 550 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from RDU to BHX, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Birmingham Airport.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the flights that depart from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Birmingham Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Consider booking a hotel close to BHX if you're catching a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Birmingham Airport rental car and discover Birmingham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Birmingham Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Birmingham. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Birmingham Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Birmingham. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Birmingham Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RDU to BHX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 161 kilometres south-east of Birmingham, a visit to London will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Around 113 kilometres north of Birmingham, Manchester is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
