City Breaks from Birmingham 2025/2026

City Break Destinations From Birmingham

There are actually loads of destinations you can fly to directly from Birmingham, plus plenty more if you include a stopover, with airlines like Ryanair, easyJet, Wizzair and Emirates. Exploring in the summer can sometimes mean lots of tourists and stuffy, uncomfortable weather, so why not try a spring holiday or an autumn getaway? From historic monuments and museums to the gorgeous golden sand beaches of the Greek Islands, here are a few popular ones:

Barcelona, Spain

A classic city break destination, Barcelona offers holidaymakers the chance to enjoy both the city and the beach. Many people visit for how vibrant it is, whether you're enjoying the shopping, culture or nightlife. But if you like to combine with a chilled experience too, there are plenty of parks, beaches and even a number of hotels with relaxing rooftop pools that are just waiting to be enjoyed.

Rome, Italy

Rome is another one of those places you just have to visit. It's such a beautiful city, with ancient architecture and so much history you could get lost in for weeks. You'll also find some fabulous cuisine here with hundreds, if not thousands of restaurants to sample. Try heading away from some of the popular tourist traps to discover some local hidden gems.

Porto, Portugal

Rated one of the up-and-coming destinations in Europe, it's easy to see why more and more people are considering a city break in Porto. Not only is it a fascinating and beautiful place to visit, it's the gateway to the surrounding wine regions and the Douro Valley.

Istanbul, Turkey

Fly direct to Turkey in less than four hours and you'll find yourself immersed in one of the most inspiring and bustling cities in Europe. The summers can get pretty hot here which is why Spring and Autumn are ideal times to visit.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

With two Middle East holidays from Birmingham Airport on offer (Dubai and Doha), the direct flights from Birmingham to Dubai mean you could be landing in as little as seven hours, and enjoying all that this desert city has to offer. Whether you want to see and be seen at the many pool parties and beach clubs, immerse yourself in the local culture, or simply soak up a few rays of sun by your rooftop pool, a few days in Dubai could be just the ticket.

New York, USA

While you can't fly direct from Birmingham to New York City, you can stopover with airlines like Aer Lingus (via Dublin) and Air France (via Paris). The indirect trip will take around 10 hours, so heading down to London or up to Manchester may be a preferred option for you, but this way does mean you can fly from your local airport.