Travelling from Dubai to Birmingham Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is Dubai's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Birmingham Airport (BHX) taking off from here.
Book a direct Dubai to Birmingham Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 50 minutes.
Birmingham is four hours behind Dubai. Birmingham Airport is located in Birmingham, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Emirates at 2:55pm. Choose the first DXB to BHX departure with Emirates at 7:40am if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Dubai to BHX won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Take the express route from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Birmingham Airport (BHX) are available from here.
When leaving from DXB, you can take a direct flight from Dubai to Birmingham Airport with Emirates.
The most frequently booked airline between DXB and BHX is Emirates.
Emirates stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 81.82% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Dubai to BHX that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DXB and BHX include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Dubai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Birmingham Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
71% of flights leaving from Dubai International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Dubai to Birmingham Airport, check out these options when taking off from Al Maktoum International Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Burgas Airport (BOJ)
You can arrive at DWC from the centre of Dubai in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Dubai to BHX flight? Unwind in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
About Birmingham Airport (BHX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Birmingham Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BHX:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Dubai to Birmingham Airport flight.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
From Birmingham Airport, central Birmingham is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
At the moment, $339 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Birmingham Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $762. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Dubai to BHX, book your ticket nine months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Dubai to Birmingham Airport tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Dubai to BHX.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Dubai to Birmingham Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Dubai to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
December is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Birmingham Airport (BHX), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Birmingham based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Dubai to BHX plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 10ºC to 24ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Birmingham Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Birmingham Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Your Birmingham visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey around 153 kilometres southeast to London to check off its top sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United Kingdom, head for Manchester, roughly 121 kilometres north of Birmingham. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are the start of reasons to visit.