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Shuttlesworth Intl. - Municipal - Birmingham Intl. Airport

Popular Airlines

Approximate Flight Duration

8 hour

Approximate Travel Distance

6473 Km

Transportation to Airport from Belfast City Center

Belfast International Airport

To get to the airport from Belfast city center you can take advantage of the taxi services in the city that are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Taking a taxi to the airport is extremely fast and practical. Belfast International Airport is also accessible by bus and rental car. If you have your own car then you can easily drive to the airport by simply following the Belfast International Airport signposts.

Bus

Airport Express 300 buses provide transportation to Belfast International Airport from the city center. These buses are the most affordable transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center. Buses depart from the city center and pass through parts of the city like Belfast Europa Buscentre, Royal Avenue and Templepatrick. The fare for the bus to the airport is extremely low. If you are going to take the bus to the airport, keep in mind the weight of your suitcases. If you have excess luggage you can always take a taxi to the closest bus stop and transfer to the bus from there. This way you can enjoy a more comfortable and affordable ride to the airport.

Car

Belfast International Airport is easily accessible by car from the historic city center. All you have to do is drive along road M2 and transfer to the A57. It takes about 35 minutes to get to Belfast International Airport from the city center by car. If you’re not very familiar with the city we recommend getting a map of the area before leaving or using the navigation on your cell phone.

Taxi

One of the most suitable transportation alternatives to get to the airport from the city center, especially for first time visitors, is by taxi. Taxis in the city operate 24 hours a day. You can easily find a taxi in the city or ask the hotel you are staying at to help arrange one for you.

It takes about 30-35 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by taxi. If you’re going to the airport during peak hours then it can take as long as an hour. So keep in mind the varying traffic conditions and add in extra travel time accordingly.

A taxi from the city center to the airport costs around 30-40 pounds. If you’re traveling to the airport from Ballymena or Lisburn then the total fare should be around 30 pounds.

Rental Car

There are many rental car offices located in the city center. It takes no more than 40 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by rental car under normal traffic conditions. International rental car companies that you can choose from include Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Hertz, and Alamo. When you are booking your vehicle you can also arrange to drop it off at Belfast International Airport before your departure.

Airport Information

Belfast International Airport offers passengers an exceptionally relaxed and convenient environment with services aimed at meeting their pre-flight and post-flight needs. The airport features places where passengers can relax before their flight or after they land and a rich selection of venues where passengers can get a bite to eat or something to drink. There are short-term and long-term parking areas that passengers can utilize. If you have any questions then just head to the airport information counters for assistance.  

The Causeway Lounge is a great option for those looking for a more comfortable experience at Belfast International Airport. The lounge offers passengers complimentary treats and a relaxing environment where they can read newspapers and magazines. Passengers can enjoy tea, coffee, cold beverages, and computer units at the lounge, which is open every day from 5 am to 9:15 pm.

Belfast International Airport features free wireless internet, allowing you to surf the net on your phone or computer. The airport contains a variety of shops that sell a rich selection of goods. Places where you can go shopping for souvenirs or other goods include Aelia Duty Free, WH Smith, and Traveller. Passengers who want a bite to eat or something to drink can enjoy popular venues such as Lagan Bar, Burger King, Fed and Watered and Starbucks.

Transportation to Birmingham City Center from Airport

Shuttlesworth Intl. - Municipal - Birmingham Intl. Airport

Birmingham International Airport, about 5 miles from Birmingham, is also one of the busiest and most developed airports in Alabama. Shuttles and limousines are among the most frequently used vehicles to get to the center of Birmingham city from the airport also known as Birmingham Shuttlesworth Airport. As an alternative to these vehicles that serve on a door-to-door basis, you have the chance to get to the center in a short time by taking a taxi or renting a car.

Shuttle and Limousine

Shuttles and limousines taking passengers from Birmingham Airport to the place they desire are working only with reservation system. If you wish to make use of these vehicles, you can contact Birmingham Door to Door at (205) 591-5550 before arriving in the city, or call (205) 702-4566 for eShuttle or (205) 980-1083 for Meteors Shuttle.

If you want to rent a limousine, you can contact Prestige Limo and Sedan Service by contacting the call center at (205) 333-9879 before you arrive Birmingham Airport.

Taxi

Waiting outside the baggage delivery area at Birmingham Shuttlesworth Airport, taxis are one of the easiest and most practical ways to get to the city center from the airport. Each of the different taxi companies such as American Cab, Yellow Cab, Birmingham Cab Company and Hill Cab Company quickly brings you to the door of your hotel in the city center or other places you want to go. You may have an idea about average fare by talking to drivers before taking a taxi.

Car Rental

It is also very easy to get to the center from the airport by renting a car in Birmingham. In order to do this, you can go to the desks of the rental offices located in the terminal after your plane lands or you can reserve your car on the internet to get your business guaranteed.

You can call 1-800-327-9633 to rent a car from the Alamo that has an office at the airport. You can contact Budget at 1-800-527-0700, Avis at 1-800-230-4898. As an alternative to all these car rental companies in Birmingham Airport, offices of companies such as Dollar, Hertz, Payless, National, Enterprise and Thrifty are also waiting for those who want to travel with a rental car in Birmingham.

Private Vehicle

If you are traveling by private vehicle from the airport to Birmingham's center, you can be in the center of the city shortly following the city center signs. There are also waiting areas in the airport parking lot for the passengers who prefer their own vehicle for city transportation.

Weather in Birmingham

DayMin - Max
TuesdayMin 0ºC - Max 15ºC
WednesdayMin 3ºC - Max 16ºC
ThursdayMin 7ºC - Max 17ºC
FridayMin 10ºC - Max 16ºC
SaturdayMin 16ºC - Max 20ºC

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