Travelling from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Osaka. Check out your options departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB) when organising your flight from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
Birmingham is nine hours behind Osaka. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Osaka to BHX.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
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KIX is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
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Of the flights that depart from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to ITM from the centre of Osaka in around 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 16 kilometres away.
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77.41% of all departures from Itami Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find ITM at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
If you're making the trip to UKB from central Osaka, it'll take you about 45 minutes to arrive by car. The drive is roughly 40 kilometres.
Make catching an early Osaka to Birmingham International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Kobe Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving without delays, UKB is a reliable starting point for any journey.
The address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Reserve a hotel near BHX if you have a late flight from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
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.
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Osaka 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 smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
R 6,088 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport. Return flights start at R 11,959. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Osaka to BHX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
February is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Birmingham based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Osaka to BHX plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Birmingham right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Osaka to Birmingham International Airport:
The Windsor Castle and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Birmingham must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres south-east of Birmingham, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. No trip is complete without seeing Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
