Direct (nonstop) flights from Cork to Birmingham

1 airline flys nonstop from Cork (ORK) to Birmingham Airport (BHX). It's 290 miles (467 km), about 1h 18m in the air. Operated by Ryanair.

ORK
Cork
🇮🇪 Cork, Ireland
BHX
Birmingham Airport
🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 18m
Distance
290 mi
467 km
CO₂/pax
54 kg
−82 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Ryanair
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ryanair Ryanair

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
ORK → BHX
Flight Time
1h 18m
Distance
290 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cork to Birmingham with one stop · direct emits 54 kg CO₂ per passenger

ORK EDI (Edinburgh) BHX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (352 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (250 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+152% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → EDI
1h 20m · 352 mi
View ORK to EDI flights →
Leg 2
EDI → BHX
1h 10m · 250 mi
View EDI to BHX flights →
ORK GLA (Glasgow) BHX
Leg 1: 1h 35m (323 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (260 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+146% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → GLA
1h 35m · 323 mi
View ORK to GLA flights →
Leg 2
GLA → BHX
1h 10m · 260 mi
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ORK BVA (Paris) BHX
Leg 1: 1h 35m (493 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (266 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+206% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → BVA
1h 35m · 493 mi
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Leg 2
BVA → BHX
1h 10m · 266 mi
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ORK AMS (Amsterdam) BHX
Leg 1: 1h 45m (564 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (275 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+233% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → AMS
1h 45m · 564 mi
View ORK to AMS flights →
Leg 2
AMS → BHX
1h 15m · 275 mi
View AMS to BHX flights →
ORK CDG (Paris) BHX
Leg 1: 1h 45m (526 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (304 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+230% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → CDG
1h 45m · 526 mi
View ORK to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → BHX
1h 20m · 304 mi
View CDG to BHX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cork to Birmingham?

A nonstop flight from Cork (ORK) to Birmingham (BHX) takes approximately 1 hours and 18 minutes. The distance is 290 miles (467 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cork to Birmingham?

Just Ryanair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cork to Birmingham?

Yes. 1 airline: Ryanair.

How far is Cork from Birmingham?

The flight distance from Cork to Birmingham is 290 miles (467 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Cork to Birmingham?

At 1h 18m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ireland to United Kingdom?

Depends on your passport. Check with the United Kingdom embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cork to Birmingham?

Roughly 54 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 270 km.

Is the return flight from Birmingham to Cork also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cork to Birmingham?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cork for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.