Travelling from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX): what you need to know
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IAD to BHX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Dulles Airport to Birmingham Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IAD and BHX include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Birmingham Airport flight is $350. A round-trip ticket is currently $930. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to BHX if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Birmingham Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from IAD to BHX.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Birmingham Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights departing from Washington Dulles Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Birmingham Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near IAD:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Washington Dulles Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Birmingham Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Birmingham's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Birmingham Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Birmingham Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Birmingham. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Birmingham Airport for July if you'd like to explore Birmingham during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAD to BHX sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Birmingham. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Manchester is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres north of Birmingham. No trip is complete without a visit to Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
