Birmingham
Distance from Birmingham to Airdrie
The distance from Birmingham to Airdrie is 285 miles (458.7 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 5 hours and 14 minutes.
For the journey from Birmingham to Airdrie, approximately 28.5 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.
Route from Birmingham to Airdrie
The route via Stoke-on-Trent, Warrington, Preston, Kendal, Carlisle.
🚩
47 mi · 58 m
📍
Stoke-on-Trent
37 mi · 49 m
📍
Warrington
30.5 mi · 40 m
📍
Preston
45.1 mi · 55 m
📍
Kendal
46.9 mi · 58 m
📍
Carlisle
90.3 mi · 1 h, 47 m
🏁
Airdrie
Airports near Birmingham and Airdrie
Several airports are located near Birmingham and Airdrie. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Birmingham
- Birmingham Airport 16.5 mi 28 m
- East Midlands Airport 40 mi 50 m
- Gloucestershire Airport 49.1 mi 1 h, 4 m
Airports near Airdrie
- Glasgow Airport 24.2 mi 36 m
- Edinburgh Airport 29.1 mi 40 m
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 42.5 mi 1 h, 1 m
Alternative travel by plane from Birmingham to Airdrie
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Birmingham to Airdrie, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Birmingham → Airdrie
Birmingham
- Starting point: Birmingham
- Arrival at the airport: Birmingham Airport
- Distance: 16.5 mi
- Travel time: 28 m
Birmingham Airport
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
Possible flight route
- Start: Birmingham Airport
- Goal: Glasgow Airport
- As the crow flies: 259.9 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 25 m
Destination airport
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Airdrie: 24.2 mi
- Travel time: 36 m
Airdrie
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Birmingham – Airdrie
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 285 mi | 5 h, 14 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 301 mi | 3 h, 45 m |
When is a flight from Birmingham to Airdrie worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.