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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham to Cork? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cork

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Cork flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Birmingham to Cork

Birmingham to Cork: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Cork below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cork.

Birmingham to Cork: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 62
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Cork: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Cork is ر.ق.‏ 124. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Birmingham to Cork.
Ryanair flies direct from Birmingham to Cork.
As of April 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Birmingham to Cork.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cork is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Cork Airport on Saturday, 26 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cork but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cork is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cork.

Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Birmingham and Cork are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Choose from eight weekly Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with Ryanair is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 22:55.

  • Your BHX to ORK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Ryanair has direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Cork — and maybe even more of Ireland if you have time.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.

  • The most punctual carrier operating BHX to ORK flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as scheduled 66.67% of the time.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BHX and ORK include:

    • Beauvais-Tille Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cork Airport (ORK)

  • Currently, ر.ق.‏ 62 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق.‏ 124. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from BHX to ORK, reserve your trip five months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BHX to ORK.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • 65.48% of flights leaving from Birmingham International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near BHX? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORK instead:

  • Grab a Cork Airport rental car and explore Cork and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Cork Airport around three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork

  • Cork Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Cork. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cork based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When reserving your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cork Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cork, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 20ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BHX to ORK sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Ireland

  • Cork is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Ireland waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres north-east of Cork, a visit to Dublin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.

  • Tallaght is another standout destination in Ireland and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Cork. No trip is complete without a visit to Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.

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