Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is seven hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BHM to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BHM to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
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BHM is around 6 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near BHM? If you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Frankfurt
Rs94,766 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return plane ticket starts at Rs240,536. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BHM to Frankfurt if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and land a fantastic deal.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BHM to Frankfurt.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your flight from BHM to Frankfurt can help you get the lowest rate.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your BHM to Frankfurt flight:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt. September is the busiest month to travel to Frankfurt. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BHM to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Frankfurt, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Bildungsstatte Anne Frank, Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt and Main Tower are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
