Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Birmingham is ten hours behind Gold Coast and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OOL 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.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
At the moment, R 10,983 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 21,701. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from OOL to BHX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Birmingham International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
When it comes to Gold Coast Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.82% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Gold Coast to Gold Coast Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to OOL? If you've booked an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Birmingham International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you're landing on a late Gold Coast Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BHX:
Pick up a Birmingham International Airport rental car and explore Birmingham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Birmingham International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
From Birmingham International Airport, Birmingham is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Birmingham International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Birmingham. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Birmingham International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OOL to BHX in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Birmingham, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its leading sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. No trip is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
