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Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

Location: The airport is situated eight miles (12km) south east of Birmingham.Time: GMT (GMT +1 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).Contacts: Tel: (0)8707 335 511. Transfer between terminals: The two terminals are within easy walking distance of each other. Getting to the city: Taxis are available from outside passenger terminals and cost around £18 to the city. Buses to the city centre and surrounds can be caught opposite Terminal 2 at the Bus and Coach Terminus. Bus 900 travels to the city centre from stand K. Trains run from Birmingham International to Birmingham New Street Station and vice versa during the day but are less frequent in the evenings and on weekends. Car rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and National. All car hire booking desks are located in the Millennium Link Building, a short walk from both Terminals 1 and 2 the International Terminal. Facilities: There are banks, bureaux de change, shops, restaurants, business lounges, baby changing facilities and a tourist information desk in the terminal. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance. Parking: There is short and long-term car parking at Birmingham Airport operated by NCP. Book online or call 0870 606 7050 for long-term parking. Alternative off-site parking is also available. Departure tax: None.Website: www.bhx.comSee full guide to Birmingham International Airport