Birmingham Airport Authority

read moreEstablished in 1931, The Birmingham Airport has been welcoming travelers to The Magic City and serving as Central Alabama's gateway to the sky for more than 80 years. Governed by the Birmingham Airport Authority since its establishment in 1986, the airport has evolved into a catalyst for growth and economic development for the entire Birmingham region. In 2008, the airport was renamed Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to honor the world-changing legacy of late Birmingham civil rights activist Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth.

read moreThe Cell Phone Lot is a parking area provided for drivers waiting to pick up arriving passengers. This lot accommodates up to 40 vehicles and is a free service with no time limit. Drivers are required to stay with their vehicles while waiting on their passengers to contact them by phone that they are ready for pickup. The Cell Phone Lot is located on Airline Drive.

read moreNo matter where you come from, our beautiful, welcoming facility is more than just a gateway to your destination-it's a place you'll want to be. Our modernized terminal boasts free WiFi, convenient charging stations, children's play areas, a sensory room, private nursing and meditation rooms, and a variety of renowned local and national restaurants, including: Red Mountain Grill, Birmingham Brewhouse, Chick-Fil-A, Starbucks, and more. BHM is home to four airlines, servicing over 100 daily flights to 15 cities for more than 3 million passengers: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines.

read moreThank you for flying BHM! While you're in the terminal, don't forget to visit some of our local favorite dining and shopping destinations. Before you head out, be sure to visit the Information Desk to discover all the things our fair city has to offer if you're a visitor. When you're ready to leave, you'll find the baggage claim area in the lower level of our terminal. For rental cars and other transportation, please visit our Transportation Services team, located on the ground level of the parking deck.