Traveling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kos Airport (KGS): what you need to know
A direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport takes an average of 4 hours. The timezone in Greece is UTC+2, so it's 2 hours ahead of Birmingham.
Every week, there are 5 flights from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport. To be on board early, pick the 06:00 Jet2 flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from BHX to KGS is 23:50 with Jet2.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
To break up your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the BHX - KGS route include:
Thessaloniki International Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kos Airport (KGS)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport is C$65. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$139. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 1 month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from BHX to KGS.
September is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Getting a cheap ticket from BHX to KGS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Birmingham International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 48 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near BHX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Kos Airport (KGS)
If you have a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KGS:
Getting from Kos Airport (KGS) to central Greece
Central Greece is around 434 kilometres from Kos Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Kos Airport (KGS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Greece. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kos Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Greece, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to KGS in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Greece
As soon as you've booked your flights from BHX to KGS, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Greece. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Agios Panteleimonas, Κύμα - Kyma - The wave and Τρείς μώλοι / Three piers beach are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Greece itinerary.