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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.
Flights from Marseille to Birmingham depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £104 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1155 km distance in 4h 25m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1155 km |
Average flight duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Flights per day 30 |
Fastest flight 4h 25m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 2.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £83, while a train costs an average of £402.
Distance: 1155 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£201 Average Price | £83 Average Price Cheapest | £402 Average Price | £262 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 29h 18m Average total duration 28h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.5 - 6.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Birmingham:
A coach is £118 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Birmingham costing on average £201.
A coach is £318 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Birmingham costing on average £402.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 45m.
Coach takes on average 28h 48m.
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Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.
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Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
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A slow-cooked stew of beef, vegetables and stock topped with sliced potatoes. A Black Country classic closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Pork offal sausage traditionally served with peas, mash and gravy. It is a long-standing working-class dish from the Black Country near Birmingham.
Elegant modern dining in Edgbaston with refined tasting menus and polished service in a calm, intimate setting.
Popular Jewish-style deli and restaurant famous for piled-high sandwiches, baked treats and relaxed daytime dining.
Lively Indian restaurant in the Balti Triangle, known for Balti dishes cooked in pressed-steel bowls and a bustling local atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Birmingham International Airport -> Birmingham New Street
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Birmingham flights use the Marseille Provence Airport to Birmingham International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Birmingham airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Marseille Provence Airport is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille Provence 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 both terminals, offering services from major banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille Provence Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Provence Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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.
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