Birmingham Airport

Flying into Birmingham Airport (BHX) is a smart and convenient choice when visiting Coventry and Warwickshire for several key reasons:

Proximity to Coventry and Warwickshire

Coventry is just 10 miles (16 km) from Birmingham Airport — around 15–20 minutes by train from Birmingham International Station.

Warwick, Leamington Spa, Rugby, and other towns in Warwickshire are all within easy reach by train, bus, or car.

Excellent Transport Links

Direct rail connection via the free Air-Rail Link from the airport to Birmingham International Station, Birmingham Airport is the only UK airport with direct rail service located on site.

Regular direct trains from the station to Coventry (every 10–15 minutes).

Multiple bus routes, including the X1, connect directly to Coventry city centre.

International and Domestic Flight Network

As the Midlands’ largest airport, it serves 137 direct routes by 30+ airlines and offers one-stop connections to over 600 destinations worldwide, including daily flights to major global hubs - Paris, Dubai, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Munich, Doha and Istanbul and frequent services to major European and long-haul destinations – Barcelona, Copenhagen, Dusseldorf, Madrid, Zurich, Delhi and Jeddah. Birmingham Airport has strong high frequency UK and Ireland connectivity serving 11 domestic routes.

Efficient and Manageable Airport Experience

Fully equipped, state of the art security lanes are in operation at Birmingham Airport, meaning Liquids (subject to size), pastes and electrical items can be left in bags, helping for a more seamless journey through security.

Extensive car rental, taxi, and parking options make onward travel simple.

Great Base for Regional Exploration

Perfect starting point to explore:

• Coventry’s rich history (e.g. Coventry Cathedral, Transport Museum)
• Warwick Castle
• Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace
• Rural countryside and market towns of Warwickshire

In short, Birmingham Airport offers speed, convenience, and direct access to Coventry and Warwickshire — making it a top choice for visitors to the region.