Birmingham to Boston Flights on Aer Lingus from £246.15*

Aer Lingus offers a fast connection between Birmingham and Boston. Fly to Boston with Aer Lingus and look forward to an Irish welcome on board.

Why fly Birmingham to Boston with Aer Lingus?

Enjoy a warm Irish welcome onboard with complimentary meal and beverage service as well as a wide range of blockbuster movies, classic films, TV programmes and box sets or music videos at your leisure. Play games or stay connected with Wi-Fi and our mobile network inflight.

How long is the flight from Birmingham to Boston?

Depending on your connection, the minimum flight time from Birmingham to Boston will be around 10 hours and 30 minutes, with a 2 hour layover. The total distance is 3177 miles/5112 km.

Things to do and places to see in Boston

From sumptuous cuisine to fringe theatre, historical trails and cultural activities, Boston offers a host of activities to discerning travellers. Experience seasonal festivals, interactive museums and several sporting activities when you book a flight to Boston with Aer Lingus.

• Historical Sites in Boston: Learn about Boston's role in the American War of Independence by walking the Freedom Trail. Stop at sites like Boston Common, the Old Corner Bookstore and Park Street Church. If you're a fan of military history, visit the Boston Harbor Islands to explore a preserved Civil War Fort. See reminders of Boston's Irish heritage at the Irish Famine Memorial, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum and Hibernian Hall.
• Boston Sporting Events: See the Red Sox, Bruins, Patriots or Celtics compete for victory at home. Don't forget the Boston Marathon - the biggest annual marathon in the world. It always takes place on the third Monday of April, so you can plan your visit well in advance.
• Eat well in Boston: Savour traditional New England dishes like baked cod and clam chowder, or try sumptuous international cuisine. Boston's eateries serve up unique specialties made from fresh local ingredients and five-star dining is balanced by affordable meals.

How to get from the airport to the city centre?

Passengers have many ways to get to and from the airport. The distance from the airport to the centre of the capital of Massachusetts (Faneuil Hall, Downtown Boston) is only 5 kilometres / 3.1 miles.

Taxi: Taxis are available at each terminal on the Arrivals Level except Terminal C, where taxis are located on the Ground Level of the Central Parking Garage. Depending on how far you are staying from the city center, you can expect rates of about $30-$40 for a taxi. Alternatively, you can also take either an Uber or a Lyft. These services are very similar to a taxi, but they also offer the opportunity for ride-sharing.

Bus: There are buses available at the airport to take you to several areas within Boston. Best thing to do is to check the Boston Logan airport Ground Transportation details.

Trains: The MBTA offers Blue Line Subway services and Silver Line Bus Rapid Transit service to and from Downtown Boston. The MBTA is the most economical and environmentally friendly way to get Logan.

Do I need a Visa to visit Boston?

A visitor, or temporary, visa is required of all visitors seeking to enter the USA with the exception of nationals of Canada and the 37 countries that participate in the Visa Waiver Program. For more information please visit the US Travel department page. Travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program Requires ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) Approval. It's easy to apply for one online but be sure to have it completed at least 72 hours before your trip or you could be denied entry. For more information please visit Aer Lingus Passport and Visas.

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