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$155+ Cheap flights from Houston 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.
HOU — BHM
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Tue 1/20
Tue 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Birmingham

Cheapest flights from Houston to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/296:35 pmIAH - BHM
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/317:30 amBHM - IAH
1 stop17h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$593
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/2910:00 amHOU - BHM
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 12/315:50 pmBHM - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$651
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/266:35 pmIAH - BHM
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/285:00 pmBHM - IAH
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$651
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/2610:00 amHOU - BHM
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Sun 12/286:30 pmBHM - HOU
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$661
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Fri 12/2610:00 amHOU - BHM
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Mon 12/296:10 amBHM - HOU
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$666
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/265:40 amHOU - BHM
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/285:34 pmBHM - HOU
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$671
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:00 amIAH - BHM
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Mon 12/295:20 amBHM - IAH
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/20$671
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2412:10 pmIAH - BHM
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:24 amBHM - IAH
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$735
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/2610:00 amHOU - BHM
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/304:10 pmBHM - HOU
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$745
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2412:09 pmHOU - BHM
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/295:00 amBHM - HOU
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$755
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/247:26 amIAH - BHM
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/297:15 pmBHM - IAH
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/212:25 pmIAH - BHM
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/2311:00 amBHM - IAH
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$819

Find flight deals from Houston to Birmingham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 December 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$309
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$155
(Southwest)

Popular in

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Average price

$416
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 December 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Birmingham that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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Depart

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Price

HoustonBirmingham

IAH - BHM

IAHBHM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/21

6:25 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Birmingham

Sat 1/24

3:00 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$309

HoustonBirmingham

IAH - BHM

IAHBHM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/21

5:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 45m

Birmingham

Sat 1/24

11:02 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$329

HoustonBirmingham

HOU - BHM

HOUBHM

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/17

5:55 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Birmingham

Mon 1/19

1:00 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$331

HoustonBirmingham

HOU - BHM

HOUBHM

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/23

10:35 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Birmingham

Thu 2/26

3:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$331

HoustonBirmingham

IAH - BHM

IAHBHM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

6:25 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Birmingham

Mon 1/19

3:00 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$331

HoustonBirmingham

HOU - BHM

HOUBHM

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/13

5:45 am-10:33 am

1 stop4h 48m

Birmingham

Sat 1/31

5:22 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$333

HoustonBirmingham

HOU - BHM

HOUBHM

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/17

5:04 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Birmingham

Mon 1/19

3:52 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$340

HoustonBirmingham

IAH - BHM

IAHBHM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

4:25 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Birmingham

Mon 1/19

6:39 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$340

HoustonBirmingham

IAH - BHM

IAHBHM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/23

6:19 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Birmingham

Thu 2/26

5:30 am-11:27 am

1 stop5h 57m

$351

HoustonBirmingham

HOU - BHM

HOUBHM

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

5:45 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Birmingham

Mon 1/19

3:52 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$351

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Birmingham

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Birmingham from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Birmingham

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $134). Flying from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama in April is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to BHM?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Birmingham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Birmingham. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Birmingham, Alabama flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and United Airlines from Houston 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 Houston?

    Birmingham (BHM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston to Birmingham. 2 airlines have flights to Birmingham from Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston to Birmingham should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Houston per day.

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

    United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama in just under 1h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 10m. The distance between Houston and Birmingham, Alabama is about 569 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Birmingham, Alabama, with prices starting at $242. Another option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at $279 round trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama?

    On average you can expect to pay $379 for a flight from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama. The cheapest flight overall is $309 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Birmingham) is currently priced at $309.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 Houston to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $134). Flying from Houston to Birmingham, Alabama in April is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 Houston to Birmingham

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 December 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$279Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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