Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
Abidjan's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Birmingham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BHX to ABJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BHX and ABJ:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Right now, RM2,861 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,622. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BHX to ABJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Birmingham International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, data shows 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near BHX? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Reserve a hotel close to ABJ if you're on a late Birmingham International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car and discover Abidjan and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to central Abidjan has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When to fly to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Abidjan. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport for April if you'd like to go to Abidjan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to ABJ in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
Abidjan has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Ivory Coast you should also see. About 290 kilometres north-west of Abidjan, a visit to Bouake will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Cathedral Saint Michel, NOUVEAU SAKABO and Douane Garden.
Korhogo is another sought-after destination in Ivory Coast and is around 483 kilometres north of Abidjan. No trip is complete without dropping by EGLISE VASES D’HONNEUR KORHOGO ASSEMBLÉE GRÂCE SURABONDANTE, Lieu de fabrication du balafon and Place de l'indépendance de korhogo.