Birmingham Airport (BHX)

Birmingham, West Midlands, GB 🇬🇧 Large International Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

EGBB

IATA

BHX

Elevation

327 ft

Region

GB-ENG

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: EGBB

Local Code: Not available

Location: 52.453899° N, -1.74803° E

Continent: EU

Type: Large International Airport

Keywords: Birmingham International Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Recent traveler reviews for Birmingham Airport (BHX) paint a mixed picture, with many passengers expressing significant frustration, particularly concerning security and ongoing renovations, while others report smoother experiences. Overall sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction, with numerous accounts describing the airport as chaotic and poorly managed, especially during peak times.

What Travelers Love

Refurbished Departure Areas: Some travelers have noted that the departure area for Gates 1-20 appeared recently refurbished and clean.
Variety of Shops and Food: The departure lounge offers a good range of shops and places to eat, providing options for passengers waiting for their flights.
Local Transport Links (when fully operational): When functioning well, the airport offers good local transport links and various parking options.
Water Fountains and Multi-faith Room: Water stations are available after security for refilling bottles, and a multi-faith prayer room is accessible.
Clear Signage and Navigation: Some recent reviews indicate that clear signage and helpful staff make it straightforward to navigate the airport, even for first-time visitors.

Common Complaints

Excessive Security Wait Times: This is the most frequently cited issue, with many travelers reporting "utter chaos," "horrendously long waits" of up to 2.5 hours, and nearly missing flights, particularly in late 2024 and early 2025. Despite the airport reporting average wait times of under eight minutes in March 2025 with new security lanes, traveler experiences remain highly variable and often negative.
Ongoing Renovation Disruptions: Extensive building and renovation work contribute to a confusing layout, mess, and diversions, impacting the overall passenger experience.
Unhelpful or Rude Staff: Multiple reviews mention security staff being rude, impatient, and unhelpful, adding to passenger stress.
Dirty and Broken Facilities: Toilets are a recurring complaint, described as dirty, broken, or smelling bad. A lack of seating in departure lounges has also been noted.
High Parking and Drop-off Charges: The cost of parking, especially drop-off charges (e.g., £6 for 15 minutes at the terminal drop-off as of late 2024), is a significant complaint. The free car park is often considered too far from the terminal.
Baggage Reclaim Delays and Air-Rail Link Issues: Passengers have reported long waits for luggage. Additionally, the Air-Rail Link (monorail) has experienced issues, with one report in July 2025 stating only one link was working, leading to long walks.

Overall, Birmingham Airport is undergoing significant changes and while some travelers have experienced improvements and appreciate certain amenities, the pervasive issues with security queues, staff behavior, and the impact of ongoing construction often overshadow positive aspects. Many recent reviews suggest travelers are reconsidering using BHX for future journeys, opting for alternative airports due to the stressful experience.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Birmingham Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Ryanair `RYR` / `FR`	46	658	46	Dec 11, 2025
Jet2 `EXS` / `LS`	56	549	56	Dec 11, 2025
easyJet `EZY` / `U2`	37	373	37	Dec 11, 2025
TUI Airways `TOM` / `BY`	47	314	47	Dec 11, 2025
Lufthansa `DLH` / `LH`	3	160	3	Dec 11, 2025
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines `KLM` / `KL`	1	151	1	Dec 11, 2025
Emerald Airlines UK `EAG`	1	140	1	Dec 10, 2025
Emerald Airlines `EAI` / `EA`	2	111	2	Dec 10, 2025
HOP! `HOP` / `A5`	1	75	1	Dec 9, 2025

Showing top 9 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`15/33`	10013 ft	148 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
APP	APP	`118.05 MHz`
APP	-	`123.975 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`136.02 MHz`
Fire	-	`121.6 MHz`
GND	GND	`121.8 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`118.3 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`BHX`	Birmingham	NDB	`406 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Official licensed black taxis are available 24/7 from the rank directly outside the terminal building. All taxis accept card payments. Ride-sharing services like Uber also operate from a designated pickup area in the premium set down car park.

Rental Cars

Major car rental companies, including Avis, Hertz, Europcar, and Sixt, have desks located in the Arrivals area. The car rental centre, where vehicles are collected and returned, is a short walk from the terminal. Pre-booking is recommended for best rates.

Public Transportation

The airport is connected to Birmingham International Railway Station via a free 'Air-Rail Link' monorail, which takes 2 minutes. The station offers frequent train services to Birmingham New Street (10-15 mins), London, and other major UK cities. Local buses (e.g., X1 to Birmingham & Coventry) and national coaches (National Express, Megabus) also depart from the airport terminal.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.