Clubrooms and Emirates
Clubrooms is the primary premium lounge — Priority Pass on select tiers.
Emirates daily B777 to Dubai is the Midlands' main long-haul link.
Birmingham Airport Lounge Guide (2026): Clubrooms & Emirates Hub
Quick Answer
Birmingham or Manchester for long-haul?
Birmingham BHX lounge score 7.0/10. Clubrooms lounge for premium passengers. Train to Birmingham New Street ~10 min. Emirates daily to DXB. UK261 on all departures. The full guide below covers the numbers, the traps, and the exact steps — with sources and FAQs.
Before you pack — pre-trip essentials
Check cover, card costs, points value and foreign exchange before you book. These guides explain the trade-offs and where to confirm current terms for your trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Birmingham or Manchester for long-haul?
Manchester has deeper long-haul (SQ, QR, VS). Birmingham offers Emirates to DXB and closer access for West Midlands.