Birmingham International Airport is located 8 miles (13kms) east of Birmingham city centre.
Due to changes in UK security measures we strongly recommend that you arrive at the airport 2 hours before your departure to ensure you have sufficient time to get to your boarding gate.
By car
The airport is signposted from motorways and major roads, and can be reached via junction 6 on the M42. This junction has connections to the M1, M5, M6, M6 Toll and M40.
By train
The airport train station is located on the West Coast Mainline, and is connected to the passenger terminals by Air-Rail Link. This free service operates between 05.15hrs and 02.00hrs, running every two minutes. The journey time is less than two minutes.
From Birmingham International train station frequent services operate to Birmingham New Street station in the city centre. Journey time is approximately 15 minutes.
By bus
Local buses link the airport to surrounding districts. These services are provided by a number of operators. All buses stop opposite Terminal 2 at the Bus and Coach Terminus. The main services, routes 900 and 966, operate from early in the morning to late at night but there are no overnight services.
By taxi
Black cabs provide a 24/7 service from the rank outside the Passenger Terminals. Fares for journeys in the Birmingham and Solihull metered zone are displayed on the meter and are set by the local authority. Fares are per vehicle but there are small surcharges (10p) for additional passengers and for items of luggage not carried in the seating area. The typical fare to Birmingham City Centre is approximately £16.00. For longer journeys the price should be agreed before the start of the journey – a price guide to major destinations is displayed at the rank.
Pre book your door-to-door airport transfers with easyJet’s partner Holiday Taxis. We cater for the Business and Leisure Traveller.
Airport hotels
Catching an early morning flight? Want to board your flight feeling rested, refreshed and completely unhurried? Or perhaps you’d like to collapse straight into your bed after a tiring journey? Take a look at our selection of comfortable and convenient airport hotels.