Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Denver: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located in Birmingham. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Denver is one hour behind Birmingham.
With 18 weekly flights between the two airports, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Denver International Airport (DEN) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:35. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from BHM to DEN is with Southwest Airlines at 18:30.
To avoid missing your BHM to Denver flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver ticket. Begin your journey at BHM and touch down at Denver International Airport (DEN).
Keep your eyes peeled for offers from United Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver.
To get to BHM from central Birmingham, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel near BHM? If you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BHM arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.37% of the time.
BHM's address is 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Denver
The best price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver flight is $323. The cheapest price for a return flight is $601. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
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Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Denver International Airport (DEN) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Denver. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Consider checking in to Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport after touching down from your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver. It's a short drive from DEN and a good option if you want to relax as soon as possible.
Pick up a Denver International Airport rental car and discover Denver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Denver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BHM to Denver.
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Best time to go to Denver
Before securing your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Denver offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Denver, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHM to Denver in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 7ºC.
More about Denver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Denver right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Denver:
Union Station and Denver Art Museum are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Denver to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Denver Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United States
Denver has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres south of Denver, a visit to Colorado Springs will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Pueblo is another favourite destination in United States and is around 161 kilometres south of Denver. No journey is complete without visiting Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum, Rosemount Museum and Pueblo Zoo.