Long Haul Flights from Birmingham

Birmingham flights to USA, Middle East, Canada, Florida and North Africa
For a comprehensive list of long haul destinations we suggest you try Virgin Atlantic and BA who operate from both Heathrow and Manchester

There are a limited number of long haul destinations served from Birmingham Airport, these include New York with Continental Airlines, Philadelphia with US airways, Dubai with Emirates Airlines, Orlando with Thomson Airways and Toronto with Canadian Affair (Book with Thomas Cook)

Are you looking for a really magical experience? Do you want to explore some of the world’s most extraordinary places? The world is your oyster with Birmingham International Airport providing an extensive long haul route network. The airport has a large number of flights to the Middle East and the Asian Sub-Continent. Recent years have seen the launch of flights to Amritsar and Delhi. It is possible to catch many onward connections via Dubai. Those passengers who which to travel to the glittering land of the USA can do so with daily flights from Birmingham. A whole world of opportunity awaits travellers from all over the UK, so why not pack your bags and take the chance to have a really amazing experience.

As Birmingham International Airport works with some of the worlds best airlines, you can relax in the knowledge that your long-haul flight will be a stress-free experience. All you need to worry about is where in the world you want to go. Below is a short guide to some of the breathtaking places that are accessible from Birmingham Airport.

Dubai
Dubai flights from Birmingham are operated by Emirates Airlines. Dubai is located in the south Arabian Gulf and is the second largest of the islands that together constitute the United Arab Emirates. Dubai city is a vibrant place with a seemingly endless energy. The hustle and bustle of the city is in stark contrast to the surrounding area which is arid and dry, as if the city were a desert oasis. The dry surroundings are due to the sub-tropical climate which affords little rain. Temperatures are high and reach over 40 degrees centigrade. The area benefits from a large amount of oil, which it exports and which forms the backbone of the economy. It is therefore a wealthy place, demonstrated by the decision to build huge artificial islands, providing around 75 miles of new beachfront. Dubai is certainly a flashy place where visitor can be treated to pure luxury in an area which can boast sun, sand and shopping.

Florida
Flights to Florida from Birmingham can be booked through Thomas Cook Airlines or Thomson. Known simply as ‘The Sunshine State’ it is small wonder that Florida is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in the world. This astonishing part of North America is the perfect holiday destination for any tourists, whether you are planning a family trip to the famous Disney theme park in Orlando or hoping to spot some celebrities in glamorous Miami. Even without the plethora of made-man attractions, Florida has it all, with thousands of miles of coastline, deep forests and the amazing subtropical wetlands; The Everglades. So why not get some glamour in your life and come to the place where anything is possible. Birmingham International Airport also offers flights to Orlando, home of Disney World, SeaWorld and Universal Orlando Resort. The area is also a must for avid golfers as it is home to a large number of golf courses, with courses available for any level of golfer

Toronto
Thomas Cook Airlines offers regular cheap flights to Toronto, Canada. Toronto is both Canada’s largest city and its economic capital, making it a truly global city. Toronto’s economic strength has resulted in it becoming a diverse city with a cosmopolitan population. This coupled with a low crime rate and clean environment create a brilliant atmosphere. The diversity at the heart of city may also explain why it has become an important centre for the arts such as theatre and performing arts. In fact Toronto hosts important international film and comedy festivals. The city also boast a major museum for world culture and natural history; The Royal Ontario Museum. To top it off there are numerous elegant shopping and dining areas.

New York
Known as ‘The Big Apple’ this is the quintessential global city that needs no introduction. New York is simply bursting with some of the worlds best-known landmarks: The Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, the Rockefeller centre and Central Park to name just a few. The city is just brimming with culture treats and has two of the world’s greatest museums: The Museum of Modern Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as the American Museum of Natural History. It is the city that never sleeps and you may not be able to either if you want to experience all that is on offer, there is certainly too much to describe here! New York flights from Birmingham International are operated by Continental Airlines.

With a large number of long-haul flights available from Birmingham International Airport you have the chance to see so much of the world. Just think that only one flight separates you from the midlands of the UK to some of the most magical places on Earth. So why not take advantage and book a long-haul flight from Birmingham Airport.

Completion of the airport runway extension will herald a new era in long haul flights from Birmingham with airlines being able to introduce larger planes flying to cities currently not on the route map. Flights to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Vancouver, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Singapore and maybe South Africa will all be feasible with the 400 metre extension of the runway.