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Best time: June to October

Flights from Birmingham to Bali

Published 4 October 2026 · HolidayWow editors · Written with AI, numbers checked against our data ·

Birmingham to Bali is a long distance travel route, so the right choice depends on your holiday dates, preferred airport, connections and the pace you want once you arrive. Start with a flexible plan, compare live flight prices and treat the first day as a travel day rather than an activity day.

In Bali, the best time for a trip is June to October, with daytime highs up to 30 °C and the sea up to 28 °C.

7 days in Bali in August, Beach and hiking, from London Stansted on your own

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Best time to go
June to October
Sea in April
29 °C
Swim season, sea from 21 °C
All year
Flight from London Stansted
about 14 h 46
Bali
Bali
iPhoto: Imadedana · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
BaliiPhoto: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
BaliiPhoto: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Bali at a glance

What’s the vibe?
Birmingham Airport is a useful starting point for many travellers in the Midlands, but the best route may connect through London or another European airport. Check the connection structure, arrival airport in Bali and the time reserved for changing planes.
Best time to go
Bali has a tropical climate, with the driest weather shown in August, September and October. These months suit travellers who want to combine beaches, rice terraces and outdoor days with a greater chance of settled sightseeing weather.
How to get there?
From London Stansted, you can be in Bali in about 14 h 46.

How to choose a Birmingham to Bali flight

Birmingham Airport is a useful starting point for many travellers in the Midlands, but the best route may connect through London or another European airport. Check the connection structure, arrival airport in Bali and the time reserved for changing planes. A longer route with a sensible connection can be easier to organise than several rapid changes.

Bali
Bali
iPhoto: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The page shows live flight options and partner prices, so you can compare the practical details as your dates become firm. Look at the departure and arrival airports carefully, especially when a ticket reaches Bali through Singapore, Doha or another hub. Treat the displayed price as a live partner price rather than a fixed quote.

Bali is a region with several arrival points, so check where the flight lands before choosing transfers and accommodation. Your first stay should sit near the airport if arrival is late, while an earlier arrival gives you a gentler start. A plan that includes the home journey, flight and transfer makes each stage easier to organise.

When to travel to Bali from Birmingham

Bali has a tropical climate, with the driest weather shown in August, September and October. These months suit travellers who want to combine beaches, rice terraces and outdoor days with a greater chance of settled sightseeing weather. October has the highest daytime temperature in the climate data, so pace outdoor plans with care.

Bali panorama
Bali panorama
Pura Bratan Bali
Pura Bratan Bali
iPhoto: Konstantinos Trovas · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

January and February are warmer days but also wetter months, while March and April offer a useful transition with a reduced number of rain days compared with the start of the year. May and June bring a balance of warm temperatures and improving weather. Choose the month around the activities you value most, whether that is walking, swimming or spending time in the highlands.

For a family holiday, the school calendar matters as well as the climate. UK half term, Easter holidays, summer holidays and Christmas holidays can shape demand and prices. The Bank Holiday planner can help you place a trip around public holidays and leave days, giving you a clearer view of the dates that suit your group.

iPhoto: Rosino · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Bali bases that make different holidays work

Seminyak and the southern coast work well for a first visit because they combine beaches, restaurants and easy access to nearby places. Choose this style of base if your holiday includes several shorter outings and you want a simple daily routine. Keep room for a rest after the flight and for changing weather during outdoor plans.

in BaliiPhoto: Michelle Maria · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Ubud gives a different balance, with a strong connection to rice terraces, temples and the surrounding countryside. It suits travellers who want slower days, walks and a clear separation between mornings outdoors and quieter afternoons. Ubud can also form part of a two-base itinerary, allowing you to combine inland scenery with Bali's coastal appeal.

For a longer holiday, a split stay can make the route feel more purposeful. Spend several days in the south, then move to Ubud or another inland area, or build a beach section around the northern coast. The planner can place each base on the map and connect them with a practical sequence of stops.

From Birmingham to Bali

From Birmingham, Bali is {{dist.home:BHX}} away as the crow flies. From London Heathrow it is {{dist.home:LHR}}. From London Gatwick it is {{dist.home:LGW}}. For a trip out of Birmingham, aim for January, February, March and April.

in BaliiPhoto: Alteaven · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

From Manchester it is {{dist.home:MAN}}. London Stansted lies {{dist.home:STN}} away. Door to door, the plan lines up the ride to the airport, the flight with live fares and the transfer on arrival.

iPhoto: Toshi Widarto · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

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Your trip in Bali

  • 27 °C by day in August
  • Sea 27 °C
  • from London Stansted about 14 h 46
  1. iPhoto: JurakiVandel · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

    Day 1

    Arrival in Mount Batur

    Flight from London Stansted in 14 h 46. Settle in, first evening by the harbour or in the centre.

  2. Day 2

    Sanur Strand

    Beach day: the sea is around 27 °C in August.

  3. Day 3

    Lovina

    Beach day: the sea is around 27 °C in August.

  4. Day 4

    Pantai Nusa Dua

    Beach day: the sea is around 27 °C in August.

  5. iPhoto: DayakSibiriak · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

    Day 5

    On to Lovina Beach

    A new base for the next few days; explore Lovina Beach on foot.

  6. Day 6

    Medewi

    Beach day: the sea is around 27 °C in August.

  7. Day 7

    Last morning and flight home

    One last coffee with a sea view, then back to London Stansted.

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Weather and sea temperature in Bali

The warmest month is November, with 30 °C by day and 24 °C at night. The sea reaches 29 °C in April. The sunniest month is September, with 9 hours of sun a day.

Climate by month
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSeptOctNovDec
Day °C282828282827272728303029
Night °C242424242423222222232424
Sea °C292929292928272727282929
Sun h/day667888899986
Rain days282626211512856102027
Climate: NASA POWER 2006 to 2025, sea: NOAA OISST 1991 to 2020. Day and night are average highs and lows, sun in hours per day.

Weather in Bali month by month

When to go to Bali

October is the hottest month at 30 °C, while June drops to 27 °C. Rain is rarest in August (5 days) and most frequent in January (28 days). The sunniest month is August with 9 hours a day.

Nyepifest auf Bali
Nyepifest auf Bali
iPhoto: Micnae1965 · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

The sea is warm enough for proper swimming in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, peaking at 29 °C in January. For walking and sightseeing in pleasant warmth, aim for January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.

  • January: 28 °C, sea 29 °C, 28 rain days, 6 h of sun
  • February: 28 °C, sea 29 °C, 26 rain days, 6 h of sun
  • March: 28 °C, sea 29 °C, 26 rain days, 7 h of sun
  • April: 28 °C, sea 29 °C, 21 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • May: 28 °C, sea 29 °C, 15 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • June: 27 °C, sea 28 °C, 12 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • July: 27 °C, sea 27 °C, 8 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • August: 27 °C, sea 27 °C, 5 rain days, 9 h of sun
  • September: 28 °C, sea 27 °C, 6 rain days, 9 h of sun
  • October: 30 °C, sea 28 °C, 10 rain days, 9 h of sun
  • November: 30 °C, sea 29 °C, 20 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • December: 29 °C, sea 29 °C, 27 rain days, 6 h of sun

Demand for Bali through the year

Search interest for Bali peaks in January and is lowest in November, based on monthly search volumes.

Bali memorial
Bali memorial
iPhoto: Jonathan Liem · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua
iPhoto: Paradisus Bali · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

How to shape a January day in Bali

Mornings suit an unhurried walk through the old streets or along the water. The warmest hours, at 28 °C, are perfect for being outside, by the sea if you like. Evenings drop to 24 °C, so plan dinner outside and keep a layer handy.

Chinese temple Bali
Chinese temple Bali
iPhoto: Milei.vencel · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Packing for Bali in October

With 30 °C by day and 23 °C at night and 10 rain days in October, pack for heat. Your plan builds this list for you and updates it when you change the dates.

in BaliiPhoto: William Cho · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
  • Light, breathable clothes for the day
  • Sun hat and sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • A warm layer for the evenings
  • A packable rain jacket or umbrella
  • Swimwear and a beach towel
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • A travel adapter for your chargers

Getting there

The quickest way is from London Stansted: you're in Bali in about 14 h 46. The nearest airport is Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), 21 miles away.

  • DPSDenpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport21 miles to the destination
Flight times from UK airports
FromFlight timeToDirect flight
London Stansted STNabout 14 h 46DPS
London Gatwick LGWabout 14 h 49DPS
London Luton LTNabout 14 h 49DPS
London Heathrow LHRabout 14 h 50DPS
Edinburgh EDIabout 14 h 52DPS
Birmingham BHXabout 14 h 54DPS
Manchester MANabout 14 h 54DPS
Glasgow GLAabout 14 h 57DPS
Bristol BRSabout 15 hDPS

Flight times estimated from the distance, direct routes from OpenTravelData.

Travel advice for Indonesia

The current advice on safety, health and entry is published in full by GOV.UK Foreign travel advice. Check it before you book and again shortly before you leave.

Prices for Bali

Every price for Bali on this page comes live from a partner, in your currency. Open a card to see today's rate for your dates.

in BaliiPhoto: Herryz · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Build a seven day Bali route from Birmingham

On arrival, keep the first day simple. Move to your chosen base, settle into the accommodation and leave the rest of the day for a gentle meal, a short walk or a swim. This approach gives you time to adjust after the journey and makes the rest of the holiday easier to enjoy.

in Bali

A balanced week could include a day for southern beaches, a day for Ubud and the rice terraces, a temple visit near Lake Bratan, and a day for a flexible neighbourhood experience. Put a lighter day between longer transfers and outdoor excursions. The relaxed pace suits couples and families who want time to change clothes, rest and enjoy meals.

Add dates after choosing the month if you want weekdays, live weather and live prices on each day card. HolidayWow can show every stop as a route on the map, with each day marked clearly. You can drag a stop to another day, swap a place or ask the side-panel assistant to adjust the plan.

Plan the long travel day with care

A flight from Birmingham to Bali needs a practical travel plan because the journey spans a substantial distance. Allow your itinerary to include the ride to the airport, the flight and the transfer to the first accommodation.

in Bali

Keep travel essentials in your hand luggage, including documents, medication and a change of clothing. Check passport and entry requirements through official sources before departure, and keep confirmations together in the document vault inside the plan. If children are travelling, make sure each person has the documents and items needed for the journey.

Return travel should be planned with the same care as the outward journey. Leave enough time for airport procedures, connections and the journey home from the Bali airport. Share the complete plan with your group using one link, allowing everyone to view the route, vote on ideas and comment on the arrangements.

Bali: frequently asked questions

How far is Bali from Birmingham Airport?

That distance makes a long travel day realistic, so many travellers use a plan that includes the airport journey, flight and transfer to their first stay.

Which month is best for a Birmingham to Bali holiday?

August, September and October offer the driest conditions in the climate data, with warm sea temperatures and good conditions for beaches, rice terraces and sightseeing. Choose the month that matches your preferred activities, school holidays and preferred travel dates.

Should I stay in the south or Ubud?

The south suits beaches, restaurants and shorter outings, while Ubud suits rice terraces, temples and slower days. A two-base holiday lets you experience both styles and keeps each part of the trip balanced.

Can I compare live flights from Birmingham to Bali?

Yes. The page brings together live flight options and partner prices, so you can review available routes and booking details as your dates become firm. Check the arrival airport and connection details before choosing a ticket.

Can I edit a Bali holiday plan after booking?

Yes. HolidayWow lets you move stops, swap places, lighten a day and change the pace. You can choose relaxed, balanced or packed travel, then share the updated plan with your group through one link.

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