BIRMINGHAM AIRPORT PARKING

Birmingham Airport is situated at the heart of the UK Motorway network, located just off Junction 6 of the M42 via the A45. 

From the north-west: (Stafford, Stoke, Manchester, Liverpool): Take the M6, M6 Toll, M42 
From the north-east: (Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Sheffield, Leeds): Take the M1, M42 
From the east: (Coventry, Northampton): Take the M6, M42 
From the south-east: (Banbury, Oxford, Bicester, London): M40, M42 
From the south-west: (Worcester, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Bristol): M5, M42 

Sat Nav Information 
Birmingham Airport Postcode - B26 3QJ
Latitude/longitude: 52.4524° N, 1.7435° W 

Google Maps 

Birmingham Airport has one terminal, so finding where to check in is simple. You can check-in online with some airlines and print your boarding pass before arrival. You must check-in online if you're flying with Ryanair or easyJet. 

When to arrive at Birmingham Airport 
How far in advance you should arrive depends mainly on the length of your flight. 

• If you're taking a long-haul flight (6–12 hours) you should arrive 4 hours before. 

• If you're taking a short-haul flight (3–6 hours), please arrive 2 or 3 hours before. 

However, it's always better to leave more time than you need in case of any unexpected events. For more precise check-in times, please contact your airline. 

Your airline will be able to clarify a specific check-in time for your flight, but a general guideline is: 

• Long-haul flights - check in at least three hours prior to departure 

• European flights - check in at least two hours prior to departure 

• UK and Ireland flights - check in at least two hours prior to departure 

• Charter flights - check in at least three hours prior to departure 

Check-in Desks 
Birmingham Airport's check-in area is located on the ground floor of the terminal. Locate your flight number on the terminal screens to find your check-in desk, and bear in mind that check-in zones A to K are signposted by illuminated yellow cubes. 

Online Check-in 
Many airlines now allow you to check-in via their website and print your boarding card for a quick and convenient experience. Check with your airline to see if this is offered. 

There is only one terminal at Birmingham Airport, used for both arrivals and departures. 
The main airline desk can be found on the ground floor of the check-in halls. Some airlines allow self-service and online check-in as well. Please check with your airline for further information on this. 

If flying with TUI, KLM, Air France, Czech Airlines or Flybe, report to desks 101–130, accessible from entrance A. 

If flying with any other airline, report to desks 1–82, accessible from entrances B and C. 

Shops & Restaurants at Birmingham Airport 
There are a variety of shops and restaurants at Birmingham Airport for you to enjoy. 

Shopping 

• Accessorize - Fashion accessories 

• AeroSpa 

• Boots 

• InMotion 

• JD Sports 

• Kurt Geiger 

• Samsonite Tumi 

• Spar 

• Sunglass Hut 

• Superdry 

• WHSmith 

• Travelex 

• Well Pharmacy 

• World Duty Free - Retail outlet  

Food & Drink  

• All Bar One  

• Bottega Prosecco Bar 

• Burger King 

• Caffè Nero 

• Chaiiwala 

• Costa 

• Giraffe 

• Greggs 

• M&S Simply Food 

• Pret 

• Shelby & Co. Bar + Kitchen 

• SOHO Coffee 

• SPAR  

• Starbucks 

• Wetherspoon  

If you want to relax before your flight, try a Birmingham Airport lounge. Take advantage of delicious food and drink, comfy sofas and super-fast Wi-Fi. 

Birmingham Airport Lounges 

• Clubrooms 

• No1 Lounge 

• Aspire Lounge 

• Aspire Lounge South 

• Emirates Lounge 

Book a Birmingham Airport Lounge.  
Find out more about lounges at Birmingham Airport.