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$128+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Birmingham, AL (BHM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BHM
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Birmingham

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 6, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/255:02 am
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop4h 14m
American Airlines
Tue 3/315:37 pm
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1$255
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3112:30 pm
CMH
-
BHM
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Tue 4/711:15 am
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/71:15 pm
CMH
-
BHM
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Tue 4/1412:00 pm
BHM
-
CMH
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/22:19 pm
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop4h 21m
United Airlines
Tue 5/56:20 pm
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5$275
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/27:35 am
CMH
-
BHM
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Tue 5/512:00 pm
BHM
-
CMH
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/95:05 am
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop4h 13m
American Airlines
Tue 4/146:02 am
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/256:30 am
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop8h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 3/317:30 am
BHM
-
CMH
2 stops13h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:35 am
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Sun 4/265:25 pm
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:14 pm
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop6h 34m
American Airlines
Tue 6/26:03 am
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/256:00 am
CMH
-
BHM
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Tue 3/312:50 pm
BHM
-
CMH
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/1$339

Find flight deals from Columbus to Birmingham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Birmingham (BHM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 6, 2026.

Round-trip from

$255
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$128
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$336
From Columbus to Birmingham
One-way flight from Columbus to Birmingham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Birmingham that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Birmingham that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Tue 4/7

1:15 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Birmingham

Tue 4/14

12:00 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$265

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Tue 3/31

4:30 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Birmingham

Tue 4/7

12:05 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$292

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Wed 3/25

6:30 am-1:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Birmingham

Tue 3/31

7:30 am-9:59 pm

2 stops13h 29m

$320

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-12:50 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Birmingham

Tue 3/31

2:50 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$339

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Mon 3/23

2:35 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Birmingham

Sat 3/28

6:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$348
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Sun 6/21

6:00 am-8:19 am

1 stop3h 19m

Birmingham

Fri 6/26

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$355

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Thu 5/28

8:05 am-11:04 am

1 stop3h 59m

Birmingham

Tue 6/2

5:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 05m

$355

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Thu 6/4

6:00 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 49m

Birmingham

Wed 6/10

9:25 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$355

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Fri 4/10

4:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Birmingham

Mon 4/13

11:25 am-10:05 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$370

ColumbusBirmingham

CMH - BHM

CMHBHM

Columbus

Fri 5/1

3:25 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Birmingham

Mon 5/4

6:30 am-6:10 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$375

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Birmingham

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $143). Flying from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Birmingham. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Birmingham. Reviews last updated March 6, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Columbus to Birmingham. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Birmingham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Birmingham from Columbus?

    Most people fly into Birmingham (BHM) if they book a flight to Birmingham from Columbus. On average, Birmingham has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 2 airlines. Birmingham is conveniently located just 4.3 mi from Birmingham’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama?

    For as low as $265, Southwest can have you in Birmingham, Alabama from Columbus in 8h 25m. The distance between Columbus and Birmingham, Alabama is about 493 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $196, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. American Airlines is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $98 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $108 and Delta from $124 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Birmingham that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Birmingham flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Birmingham?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Birmingham.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Birmingham?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Birmingham by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $143). Flying from Columbus to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Columbus to Birmingham

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Birmingham. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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