Flying from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) out of here.
Birmingham is two hours behind Johannesburg. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Johannesburg to BHX.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to BHX leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
77.1% of flights leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
HLA is approximately 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Johannesburg to BHX flight? Relax in a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Reserve a hotel close to BHX if you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport. Settle into one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Birmingham's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Johannesburg 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'll take to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
At the moment, Rs110,087 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs189,558. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Johannesburg to BHX if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Affordable Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Johannesburg to BHX.
Find a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
February is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), while June is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Birmingham based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Johannesburg to BHX flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Birmingham
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg 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 do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Birmingham itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres south-east of Birmingham, a trip to London will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham, Bristol is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
