Flying from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM): What you need to know
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located in Birmingham. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours ahead of Vancouver.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Vancouver to BHM. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to BHM flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 72 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Abbotsford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from YXX arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 68% of the time.
About Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BHM instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and venture far and wide through Birmingham and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Getting from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Birmingham. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is $407. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $769. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Vancouver to BHM, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. August is the quietest month to visit Birmingham. October is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC. Book your Vancouver to BHM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Birmingham when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at 16th Street Baptist Church followed by Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District.
Explore more of the United States
Nashville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Birmingham. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
Atlanta is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres east of Birmingham. No journey is complete without visiting Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
