Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Atlanta is four hours behind Birmingham, where Birmingham International Airport is located. Atlanta runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your BHX to Atlanta flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from BHX to Atlanta, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
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BHX is around 11 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near BHX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Atlanta or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
65.48% of flights leaving from Birmingham International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Atlanta
P29,032 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Atlanta flight. A return ticket right now is P55,324. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BHX to Atlanta. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and discover Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from BHX to Atlanta.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Plan your trip to Atlanta in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Atlanta in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Birmingham International Airport to Atlanta plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BHX to Atlanta in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Atlanta, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, head for Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are highlights.