Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your PHL to BHM flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Birmingham (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for PHL to BHM flights, with 83.33% of services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PHL and BHM:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight is $236. A return plane ticket is currently $427. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from PHL to BHM, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Of the departures from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near PHL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BHM instead:
Pick up a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport rental car and discover Birmingham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Avis and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
The street address for BHM is 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Birmingham. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Birmingham. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PHL to BHM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Memphis is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Birmingham. Around 354 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum and Sun Studio.
Time for another stop? Make your way to New South Memphis. It's roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Birmingham and home to highlights like Big River Crossing.
