Birmingham Airport Live Departures
Birmingham Airport Check-in
Checking in at Birmingham Airport Departures is easy as there are a few ways to do it. you can check in online in advance, at the self-service kiosks, or at your airline’s counter. Online check-in is the easiest option and can be done through your airline’s app or website, usually up to 24 hours before.
Alternatively, specific airlines allow the use of the self-service kiosks on the ground and first floors. Finally, you can still check in and drop your bags off at your airline counter. Just check the flight information on the screens in Departures or use our Birmingham Airport live departures board to find out which check-in zone to use.
If you’re travelling with just hand luggage and have checked in online or using the kiosks, you can go straight through security but If you are travelling with hold luggage, you’ll still need to drop your bags off.
*You can also take advantage of the Express Check-in services at Birmingham Airport by booking with VIP FLY.
Birmingham Airport Departures Terminal
Airline check-in desks are on the Ground Floor
Self-service check-in kiosks are located on the Ground Floor and First Floor.
Birmingham Airport Check-in times
Birmingham Airport (BHX) advises that all travellers must arrive at least 90 minutes before their flight time. You can arrive 2-4 hours before take-off for long-haul flights, whereas short-haul flight passengers can arrive 2 hours prior to departure.
What’s next?
After you’ve completed all the necessary check-in procedures, have your boarding pass and travel documents handy and head straight through security to get to the Birmingham Airport departure gates.
Before passing through Birmingham Airport security, you should always check what you can and can’t take in your luggage. Remember to pack your liquids in one transparent, resealable bag (20cm x 20cm). Remove your liquids and any large electronics such as laptops or tablets separately from your hand luggage, place them in the boxes, and walk through the security scanner.
Birmingham Airport security wait times average at around 15-20 minutes. However, busy periods like holidays and weekends can extend waiting times and you could end up queuing for up to an hour.
*If you’d prefer to avoid crowds, Birmingham Airport’s fast-track departures service gives you access to a designated Express Lane. Check our Airport Guide for more details.
What to do in Birmingham Airport Departures?
Birmingham Airport departures terminal has all the necessary facilities, amenities and services for the modern traveller including seating areas, information desks, lounges and plenty of Duty-free and retail shops. You can also enjoy an array of food and beverage options like Giraffe, All Bar One, and Burger King. There’s even an interactive play area to keep your kids entertained, SkyZone!
If you’re shopping in Birmingham Airport’s duty-free stores, just make sure to check the tax-free entitlement of the country you’re flying to. If you exceed the allowance, you may end up paying the difference.
*Find out more about what’s on offer in Birmingham Airport’s departure terminal in our Birmingham Airport Guide.
FAQ
Where are Departures at Birmingham Airport?
All departures from Birmingham Airport leave from the main terminal. Airline check-in desks and bag drop services are on the Ground Floor. You’ll also find self-service check-in kiosks located on the Ground Floor and the First Floor.