Lost and Found Birmingham Airport (BHX)

Have you lost something at Birmingham Airport (BHX) ? Find out how to report a lost item at the UK’s third-busiest airport outside London.

About Birmingham Airport

Birmingham Airport (BHX) is located in Solihull, approximately 8 miles southeast of Birmingham city centre. Serving over 13 million passengers annually, the airport provides connections to destinations across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and beyond. As the UK’s seventh-busiest airport and a major hub for the Midlands, Birmingham Airport serves the West Midlands, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, and surrounding regions with airlines including Emirates, TUI, Ryanair, Jet2, and Lufthansa.

What Should You Do If You’ve Lost Something at Birmingham Airport ?

Losing an item at Birmingham Airport can be concerning, especially if you’re traveling internationally or have already departed. The airport operates a Lost Property Office to assist passengers. Whether your item was left at security, in the terminal, or at a gate, here’s what you need to know.

Have you lost something at Birmingham Airport ? From security to departure lounges, personal belongings are left behind regularly.

How to report a lost item at Birmingham Airport ?

If you’ve lost an item somewhere in the airport, the following information will help you report your loss effectively.

You can also complete and send in the Lost Item Report Form on our platform so that our team can assist you in reporting your lost item(s).

Items lost at Birmingham Airport

If your item was lost anywhere in Birmingham Airport (security, departure lounge, shops, restaurants, or public areas), contact the Lost Property Office.

Luggage Point Birmingham Airport – Lost Property

Address : North Terminal, Birmingham Airport, Birmingham B26 3QJ

Opening hours : Monday to Friday, 4:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Please note the weekday-only service. Items lost on weekends must wait until Monday morning to be reported in person, though online reporting may be available via the airport’s website.

Items lost on an aircraft

If you left something onboard your flight, contact your airline directly. Airlines manage lost property found on their aircraft separately from airport services.

Common Areas Where Items Are Lost at Birmingham Airport

Passengers frequently lose items in these locations :

• Security screening area
• Departure lounge
• Gate areas
• Restaurants and cafes (Wetherspoons, Pret, Costa)
• Retail shops and duty-free
• Toilets and family rooms
• Arrivals hall and baggage reclaim
• Check-in desks and bag drop
• Airport lounges

Providing specific location details helps the Lost Property Office search effectively.

Tips to Efficiently Report a Lost Item

To report a lost item at Birmingham Airport, you should :

• Specify the exact location where you believe the item was lost
• Provide your flight number and airline
• Note the approximate time you were in that area
• Give detailed description including color, brand, and unique features
• Share your contact details
• Mention if you’ve already left Birmingham or the UK

Where to Claim Your Lost Property

If your item is found, Birmingham Airport will contact you. Items can be collected from Luggage Point in the North Terminal during operating hours (Monday-Friday 4:00 AM to 10:00 PM).

For items found after you’ve left the Midlands, courier services may be available but fees apply. UK domestic shipping is more affordable than international delivery.

Can You Recover Your Item After Leaving Birmingham ?

Yes, recovery after departure is possible. Birmingham Airport can arrange courier delivery, though fees apply and can be substantial for international shipping. Consider item value versus recovery costs.

For valuable electronics, important documents, or irreplaceable items, recovery is often worthwhile. For easily replaced items, weigh the costs carefully.

Items Left on Aircraft

For items left on your flight, contact your airline’s customer service. Birmingham Airport serves Emirates, TUI, Ryanair, Jet2, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France, and many other carriers. Each airline manages its own lost property for items found onboard.

Transportation and Access

Birmingham Airport is accessible via Birmingham International railway station (direct trains from Birmingham New Street and nationwide), buses, taxis, and the Air-Rail Link monorail. Items lost on trains or buses should be reported to the respective transport operator.

The airport serves Birmingham, the West Midlands, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, and surrounding regions as the Midlands’ major international gateway.

Birmingham Airport’s Lost Property Office, operating Monday to Friday with extended early morning and evening hours, provides essential support for recovering items lost at one of the UK’s busiest airports. Prompt reporting with specific details ensures the best chance of reuniting with your belongings.

If you have lost one or several item(s), you will find information on how to contact a lost and found property service on this page.
 

Contact information following the loss of an item

Name : Luggage Point Birmingham airport - Lost property
Address : North Terminal
Birmingham airport
Birmingham B26 3QJ

Phone number : +44 330 223 0893
Opening hours : Monday-friday 4:00 am to 10:00 pm
Website : https://www.birminghamairport.co.uk/at-the-airport/terminal-facilities/lost-property/

List of the main items found

• Lost Personal Items : Keys, ID, Passport, Wallet, Documents, Badge, Licence (...)
• Lost Electronics : Phone, Tablet, Device charger, Camera, Laptop, Headphones (...)
• Lost Accessories : Purse, Bag, Backpack, Sunglasses, Eyeglasses, Jewellery (...)
• Lost Clothing : Gloves, Cap, Hat, Scarf, Sweater, Coat, Vest (...)

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