Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Birmingham Airport is located in Birmingham. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is eight hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to BHX won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to BHX that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between KUL and BHX include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% of flights complete their journey on time.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can arrive at SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Kuala Lumpur to BHX flight? Kick back in a hotel near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport land on time.
About Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near BHX and shut your eyes sooner:
Pick up a Birmingham Airport rental car and explore Birmingham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
$614 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport. A return flight starts from $1,136. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to BHX, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport (BHX). Visit Birmingham in January for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to BHX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Birmingham Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Birmingham visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen Birmingham, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 153 kilometres southeast to London to check off its popular sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 129 kilometres southwest of Birmingham, Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Banksey, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.