Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to BHX.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.74% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BHX:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo to explore Birmingham and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport flight.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Birmingham. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Right now, $275 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $798. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to BHX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport (BHX). Visit Birmingham in February for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Fort Lauderdale to BHX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Birmingham International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Birmingham when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at The Windsor Castle followed by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places 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, check out popular attractions including The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. No trip is complete without seeing Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
