Terminal Facilities at Birmingham Airport

Birmingham’s main terminal opened in 1984 with a second terminal opening several years later to accommodate the increase in passengers. However, to improve passenger’s experience, the airport was made into a one terminal facility again in February 2011, which it has remained.

| Today around 50 airlines operate from Birmingham Airport’s main terminal |
| Departure Lounges are on the first floor |
| Arrivals concourse is on the ground floor of the main terminal |
| Be sure to check your flight status using our flight arrivals and departures tools |
| Check-in desks are also located on the ground floor in the main concourse |

Hungry? Well, go ahead and buy something from one of the many shops on-site. There are places like Costa, Wetherspoons & Burger King!

Birmingham Airport is well equipped and organised to help those travelling with children. Find out about family facilities, and ideas on how to keep the kids occupied whilst you are at the airport.

With so many choices on offer, Shopping at Birmingham Airport provides choice for all tastes

Make the most of your free time before your flight and peruse the shops at Birmingham Airport. From highstreet favourites and designer outlets, to technology and super cars, there’s something for all.

Take some time away from the hustle and bustle of the departure terminal by booking into an airport lounge. Enjoy complimentary food, drink, entertainment and a quiet spot to catch up on emails.

When planning your trip, make sure you consider security restrictions on your hand luggage

Find out about security restrictions placed on your hand luggage, or take a look at the duty free allowances at Birmingham Airport.

Birmingham Airport has lots of facilities in place for disabled travellers and those needing special assistance. Take a look at how you can make your time at the airport easy and relaxed.

Check In Times

No-one wants to be the one whose name is called over the tannoy as they are running to the gate, fretting they may miss the flight! Avoid this by being prepared and arriving early at the airport to check in. As a guide, we advise giving yourself the below amount of time;

Check in recommendations for Domestic flights, give yourself at least 90mins

Check in recommendations for European flights, give yourself at least 2 hours

Check in recommendations for International flights, give yourself at least 3 hours

Further terminal facilities at Birmingham Airport

Babies and Children

Throughout the terminal, you’ll find changing facilities in or by the toilets. You will also find SkyZone, an interactive, educational play area for 3-10 year olds. Use is free and parental supervision is a must

Bureau de change

Foreign Exchange kiosks can be found at 5 locations throughout the airport – 3 before security and 2 located in the departures lounge.

Car Hire

You will find the collection of Car Hire providers situated in the Arrivals Hall

Cash Dispensers

These accept all major bank cards and can be found throughout the terminal building, both before and after security.

Left Luggage/lost property

Luggage Point offer a range of services including lost or left property in the airport, dry cleaning and baggage weighing and wrapping. Call the team on 0330 223 0893 or use their contact form to search for your lost item.

Restaurants and Bars

Plenty of places to eat, drink and relax throughout the airport, including champagne bars, family bistros and cofee houses

Shops

Newsagents, shoeshops and designer outlets all feature in Birmingham Airport

Trolleys

Available throughout the terminal building for £1

Toilets

Ample facilities are available both before and after security and in arrivals.

Hotels at Birmingham Airport

If your scheduled departure time is pretty early in the morning, or perhaps your travel plans include a one night stop in Birmingham find cost-effective hotel accommodation around Birmingham Airport.

Head over to our dedicated page to find a wide selection of hotels, either on-site or close by on the NEC arena grounds. Ranging from cheap and cheerful, to full on luxury, there’ll be a hotel for all budgets and tastes

Car Hire at Birmingham Airport

Book your car hire from our book cheap flights page

Arriving at Birmingham Airport and want to continue your trip in a hired vehicle? Car Hire services from Birmingham Airport are supplied by leading car hire providers, and allow customers to benefit from lower rates if booked in advance.