Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Manchester Airport (MHT): what you need to know
Leave enough time to make your BHM to MHT flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as October? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BHM and MHT:
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Chicago Midway Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Manchester Airport (MHT)
At the moment, $276 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $497. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BHM to MHT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport.
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Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Of the departures from Birmingham Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Birmingham Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MHT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MHT if you're taking a late Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Manchester Airport rental car and explore Manchester and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Manchester Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MHT)
October is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Manchester in March.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHM to MHT around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Manchester, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 338 kilometres south-west to New York to tick off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Manchester. No trip is complete without seeing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.