EasyJet launches £22 Birmingham to Agadir winter sun flights
EasyJet's new Birmingham to Agadir route starts 27 October, with fares from £21.99 each way, twice-weekly flights, and winter temperatures reaching 25C.
Category : Airport Updates
Ryanair launches £41 Birmingham flights to Wrocław
Ryanair has launched new Birmingham Airport flights to Wrocław, Poland, from £41. The city, named Europe's best destination, offers budget-friendly prices and record visitor numbers.
EV drivers to benefit from rollout of 60,000 chargepoints
char.gy plans to deliver over 60,000 LEVI chargepoint sockets, with 650 already live in Brighton & Hove and Reading, boosting on-street EV charging.
Birmingham Airport £2bn expansion plan: 50,000 jobs
Birmingham Airport has announced a £2 billion expansion plan that could create over 50,000 jobs and double passenger numbers to 30 million by 2041. A public consultation is now open.
Asda and InPost partner for 700 parcel lockers across UK
Asda partners with InPost to install up to 700 parcel lockers across UK stores, giving millions of customers a convenient way to send, collect and return parcels while shopping.
Airport owner Tony Hall dies in Swiss plane crash
Tony Hall, owner of Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green Airport and managing director of Pegasus, died in a plane crash in Switzerland on September 15. The Cirrus SR22T crashed near Leukerbad in Valais. Tributes from family and Pegasus colleagues.
Birmingham Airport apologises for baggage disruption
Birmingham Airport apologises after a baggage system fault from August 7 disrupted flights for days. 1.5 million passengers travelled through BHX in August, a record month.
Body found in search for missing tourist on Isle of Skye
A body has been found in the search for Hector Patemore, 45, who vanished after setting off to climb in the Cuillin mountains on September 13.
Flying Scotsman Departs Stourbridge September 19
The Flying Scotsman will depart from Stourbridge Junction on Saturday, September 19, at 7.50am, arriving at Bristol Temple Meads at 10.50am, with a return service in the evening.
Birmingham Airport advises passengers after nationwide delays
More than 20 flights at Birmingham Airport were delayed or cancelled after a NATS air traffic control failure. Recovery began at 18:40, with airlines clearing backlogs.
Birmingham Airport flights delayed by NATS technical issue
Flights departing Birmingham Airport are delayed this afternoon due to an air traffic control technical issue being investigated by NATS, with passengers advised to check with airlines for updates.
Five dead as Amazon cargo jet overshoots Miami runway
At least five people died and five were injured when an Amazon cargo plane overshot the runway at Miami International Airport and struck multiple vehicles, officials said.
Birmingham Airport Christmas market flights: 6 top picks
Birmingham Airport offers direct flights to six of Europe's best Christmas markets, from Vienna's 150-stall market to Santa's Lapland, with the shortest trip under two hours.
Spanish Town Tops East Midlands Airport Destinations
Alicante remains the most popular destination from East Midlands Airport, according to new data. The Spanish coastal town saw over 1.2 million passengers in 2023, retaining its top spot.
TUI flight declares emergency and diverts to East Midlands
TUI flight BY439 from Cape Verde declared a general emergency and diverted to East Midlands Airport after fuel ran critically low during a holding pattern over Manchester, following a security incident.
Birmingham Airport final summer family travel advice
Birmingham Airport shares last-minute summer travel tips for families before schools return on 1 September, including 30% off kids' sunglasses and travel bags.
Birmingham Airport stress claim sparks local defence
Birmingham Airport ranked most stressful in UK by Heamar study, but locals defend it, citing relaxed experiences and small airport convenience.
Manchester Airport breach diverts flights to Birmingham
A security breach at Manchester Airport caused seven flight diversions to Birmingham and East Midlands airports, with 17 flights held in the air before police resolved the incident.
BHX top five September destinations revealed
Birmingham Airport saw 1,346,071 passengers in September 2025, up 2.7%, with Dublin, Palma, Dubai, Alicante and Amsterdam the top routes.
Sky Sports 26/27: Multiview, 215 PL games, new channels
Sky Sports will show at least 215 Premier League matches in 2026/27, introducing Your Multiview for four simultaneous events, Sky Real Time low-lag channels, and a new Sports Hub.
Birmingham Airport named most stressful in UK
Birmingham Airport tops Heamar study as most stressful UK airport based on Trustpilot reviews, with 8.79% of reviews containing stress-related keywords. Airport disputes findings, citing outdated feedback.
Couriers convicted over £138m cannabis smuggling through Birmingham Airport
Two couriers have been convicted for attempting to smuggle cannabis worth £138 million through Birmingham Airport, with the drugs hidden in suitcases from Canada.
Birmingham Airport's Busiest July on Record
Birmingham Airport saw its busiest July ever, with record passenger numbers, according to official figures. The airport handled over 1 million passengers, marking a significant milestone.
UK Airports 2-Litre Liquids 2026: Rules Explained
From 2026, UK airports will permit 2-litre liquids in hand luggage as new 3D scanners roll out. Birmingham and other major hubs are set to adopt the technology, ending the 100ml limit.
Birmingham Airport: Samos flights from £44
Birmingham Airport promotes Jet2 flights to Samos, Greece, from £44, highlighting beaches, wine, and ancient sites.
Edgbaston Stadium reveals Radisson RED hotel design for 2027
Edgbaston Stadium has revealed final designs for its 146-room Radisson RED hotel, set to open in July 2027 in time for the Ashes, featuring a rooftop restaurant and bar.
Aonerex CarPlay Screen Drops to £37.99 on Amazon
The Aonerex Wireless CarPlay Android Auto Screen is now £37.99 on Amazon, down from £49.99. Over 1,000 units sold in the past month. It works with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, offering navigation, music, and hands-free calls.
Premier Inn Poole expansion approved with new restaurant and rooms
Premier Inn's Holes Bay hotel in Poole has secured planning permission for a fifth extension, adding 17 bedrooms and a new restaurant with outdoor seating, boosting staff numbers and local economic support.
Tui airline losses mount as Iran conflict hits travel demand
Tui swung to a €17m airline loss in H1 as Iran war disrupted travel, with revenue down 8% to €4.9bn. Group profit fell 27% to €235m, missing forecasts.
Birmingham Airport baggage issue resolved after five days
Birmingham Airport has resolved a baggage system error that caused luggage delays for five days, with repairs completed and operations back to normal.
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