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Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Flights from Birmingham to Aberdeen depart on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €166 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest flight covers the 322 miles (519 km) distance in 1h 20m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 322 miles (519 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €166 |
Flights per day 4 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€245
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€245
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 30 m
Flights on Sep 19
1
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Birmingham to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Aberdeen will cost around €245 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €245.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Aberdeen without transferring at least once.
BA8893+
BA4026
BA8893+
BA4026Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €62, while a flight costs an average of €298.
Distance: 322 miles (519 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€298 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest | €188 Average price | €131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Aberdeen:
A bus is €126 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Aberdeen costing on average €188.
A bus is €236 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Aberdeen costing on average €298.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 54m.
Bus takes on average 11h 13m.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Aberdeen flights for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA8893+ BA4026 | 8:35 AM Birmingham International Airport | 4h30 | 1:05 PM Aberdeen Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Interactive maritime museum on the harbour, covering shipbuilding, fishing, and the offshore industry with excellent harbour views.
Award-winning museum of North Sea oil and gas, with interactive displays on offshore platforms, energy history, and future technology.
Aberdeen's grand main street, lined with granite architecture, shops, theatres, and key civic landmarks through the city centre.
Historic old town around the university, known for cobbled lanes, medieval buildings, and a calm atmosphere away from the centre.
Long sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, sea views, and easy access to leisure areas north of the harbour.
A rich local soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, onion and cream. It is closely tied to Aberdeen’s fishing heritage and is a classic North-East comfort dish.
Traditional Scottish porridge made with oats, often served with salt or cream. Oats are central to regional food culture and a longstanding breakfast staple.
A soft buttered rowie, also called an Aberdeen roll. Its flaky, salty texture makes it a distinctive local bakery specialty from the North-East.
Popular casual seafood spot by the harbour, valued for fresh fish, simple preparation and relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Refined fine dining in a historic setting, known for polished Scottish tasting menus and high-end local produce.
Stylish modern Scottish restaurant with a strong local reputation for seasonal dishes, seafood and carefully sourced produce.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transit are usually manageable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Aberdeen Airport -> Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Aberdeen by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Aberdeen flights use the Birmingham International Airport to Aberdeen Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Aberdeen airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Birmingham International Airport is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Aberdeen Airport is 1 km from Aberdeen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aberdeen Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aberdeen Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen Airport: Ramps, assistance, toilets.
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