Birmingham BHX to Oban OBN Flights

Yes, you can take a train between Birmingham and Oban.

Since neither Birmingham nor Oban are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

The best events to attend in Oban include:

• Oban Seafood Festival, a celebration of the region's rich seafood heritage featuring tastings, cooking demonstrations, and live music
• Oban Winter Festival, a festive event filled with Christmas markets, light displays, and community activities
• Highland Games at Oban, a traditional Scottish event showcasing athletic competitions, dancing, and local culture.

The best holidays to experience in Oban include:

• Easter, mild spring weather and traditional religious processions
• May Day, vibrant local festivities and beautiful coastal scenery
• August Bank Holiday, warm summer temperatures with lively community events.

The best seasons to visit Oban are Spring or Summer. The best weather to explore Oban is during May-June or September-October.

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.