Birmingham Airport is situated just 5.5 miles (10 km) southeast of the centre of Birmingham City, by Bickenhill, in Solihull, the West Midlands. In 2012 they were responsible for nearly 9 million passengers flying to or from Birmingham Airport.

Birmingham lies in the heart of the Midlands and is connected to via several canals and a variety of cruises and boat trips are available. Thinktank Planetarium is another great attraction in Birmingham, especially for an astrology enthusiast. Birmingham is also home to Cadbury World, Sandwell Country Park, Adventure Mini Golf and Grand Prix Karting so there’s loads to do in Birmingham with the whole family. The airport is easily accessible via public transport, and offers a wide choice of car parking options. There are also many Birmingham Airport Taxi companies that can take you to or from the airport, the Birmingham Airport Guide work closely with these companies.

Catching an early flight and would prefer to stay closer to the airport the night before? Take a look at some Birmingham Airport Hotels and B&Bs, you might also be able to find some airport parking and hotel combined deals.

Formerly known as Belfast City Airport, George Best Belfast City Airport is a single runway airport that was requisitioned by the Royal Navy during the Second World War, and was renamed in 2006 in memory of the famous footballer from Belfast George Best. The airport is a major base for Flybe, which has become the largest operator at Belfast City operating mainly domestic flights.

Despite the fact the airport is within a short distance from the city centre (around 10 to 15 minutes drive from the terminal building during peak commuter times), the airport passenger number has decreased from 2.7 million in 2010 to 2.2 million in 2012.

The airport has one terminal building, and some conveniently situated short stay and long stay car parking facilities. Belfast City airport parking can be compared and booked via Airport Parking Shop.

Formerly kown as Aldergrove Airport, Belfast International Airport is a major airport located north west of the city of Belfast. The airport was first established in 1917 as a training place during the First World War.

The airport served over 4.3 million passengers in 2012. At the time the airport announced that they aim to add flights to Toronto and Canada by 2014. Belfast International Airport is one of the most important airfreight centres in the UK, having served 48,000 tonnes of air cargo in 2008. With a wide selection of affordable car parking available in and around the airport, it is a busy transport hub favoured by both business and leisure travellers.

If you are catching an early flight from Belfast International Airport and need accommodation, head over to the Belfast Airport Guide, they have a selection of Belfast hotels and B&Bs to choose from. They also list Belfast Airport taxi and transfer services, should you need a taxi to or from the airport.