Flying from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) heading out from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Los Angeles. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham.
Your flight from Los Angeles to BHX won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to BHX with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAX and BHX include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to BHX flight? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near BHX and fast-forward to bedtime:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Birmingham and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport flight.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport to central Birmingham is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport is R 4,434. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,307. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to BHX. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Los Angeles to BHX.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport (BHX). June is the busiest month to visit Birmingham. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
Before locking in your Los Angeles 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).
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Birmingham right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Birmingham International Airport:
Your Birmingham trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Birmingham. Around 153 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are among its highlights.