Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MEL to BHX flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
ج.م. 21,263 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 44,578. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from MEL to BHX, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
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Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
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Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Birmingham International Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Birmingham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Birmingham International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEL to BHX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Birmingham, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its leading attractions. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 121 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.