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Arriving in Birmingham by air

Birmingham Airport lies east of the city in Solihull. Plan the onward transfer separately: Birmingham International is the airport rail connection, while New Street serves the city centre.

Arriving in Birmingham by air

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The distinction between Birmingham International and Birmingham New Street matters when planning your arrival. The airport and the National Exhibition Centre share the International station area, outside central Birmingham. For a city stay, use New Street as your central rail reference rather than treating the airport station as your final destination.

Useful to know

  • Check the airport’s current Air-Rail Link information and the onward train timetable together.
  • For an early flight or late arrival, confirm the whole transfer before relying on rail.
  • For the National Exhibition Centre, check access from Birmingham International rather than travelling into the centre.

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