Flying from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), there's a good selection of airports you can start your trip from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main options.
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Washington DC. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to BHX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% touch down on time at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and BHX include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
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74.39% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a few days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more manageable. When flying out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) stopping at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Flights that take off from BWI land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 77.13% of the time.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BHX:
Pick up a Birmingham International Airport rental car and explore Birmingham and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport to the centre of Birmingham is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Right now, RM1,020 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,439. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to BHX, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport (BHX). June is when most people visit Birmingham. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
When booking your Washington DC to BHX plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Birmingham International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Birmingham
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There are loads of terrific things to do in Birmingham when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at The Windsor Castle followed by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres south-east of Birmingham, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Bristol is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. No trip is complete without visiting Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.