Flying from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
4 hours 15 minutes is the average duration of a direct Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport flight.
Birmingham is three hours behind Istanbul. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 15 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:40am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from IST to BHX is with Turkish Airlines at 2:35pm.
Your flight from Istanbul to BHX won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during high season, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport taking off from IST.
The top choice among passengers flying between IST and BHX is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to BHX. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) flight ticket with departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Decide if leaving from SAW is a better fit for your trip.
Pegasus operates direct flights from Istanbul to BHX out of SAW. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
On the SAW to BHX route, Pegasus is the preferred choice of many.
If you're looking for a carrier that's reliably punctual, book with Pegasus. It has an exceptional on-time performance of 85.71% for flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Birmingham International Airport.
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to BHX flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
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Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Central Birmingham is about 11 kilometres from Birmingham International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Rs15,829 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport. Return flights start at Rs37,821. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To snag cheap flights from Istanbul to BHX, book your flight ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
April is when you're most likely to land a good deal on an Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Birmingham based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your Istanbul to BHX flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Birmingham
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Birmingham International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Birmingham:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre are popular attractions which should be on any good Birmingham itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Birmingham. Around 153 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. No trip is complete without dropping by Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
