Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.
Birmingham is three hours behind Istanbul and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SAW to BHX flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Pegasus has direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Birmingham — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
Pegasus is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Pegasus ranks as the top on-time carrier for SAW to BHX flights, with 85.71% of services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SAW and BHX:
Vienna International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Milas-Bodrum Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
At the moment, R 939 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,279. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from SAW to BHX by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SAW to BHX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
76.93% of flights leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to SAW:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you're arriving on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BHX:
Travel at your own speed with a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and venture far and wide through Birmingham and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Birmingham International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport to central Birmingham has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Birmingham based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Birmingham International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to BHX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Birmingham, now it's time to discover 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, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.
