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$118+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to Columbus

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 3/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CMH
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 3/185:37 pm
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 51m
American Airlines
Wed 3/255:02 am
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop4h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/18$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/127:39 pm
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop3h 45m
Delta
Wed 3/187:07 am
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop3h 54m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 3/182:50 pm
BHM
-
CMH
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Wed 3/258:00 pm
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/18$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 3/164:00 pm
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Mon 3/236:10 am
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/16$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 3/125:45 am
BHM
-
CMH
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Wed 3/186:00 am
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/18$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 3/195:45 am
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Mon 3/238:55 pm
CMH
-
BHM
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/18$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Thu 3/195:30 pm
BHM
-
CMH
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Fri 3/203:35 pm
CMH
-
BHM
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/17$380

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to Columbus (C01). 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 February 19, 2026.

Round-trip from

$255
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$118
(American Airlines)

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Average price

$281
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Columbus 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 February 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Columbus that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Wed 3/18

5:37 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Columbus

Wed 3/25

5:02 am-8:16 am

1 stop4h 14m

$255

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Thu 3/12

7:39 pm-12:24 am

1 stop3h 45m

Columbus

Wed 3/18

7:07 am-10:01 am

1 stop3h 54m

$293

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Wed 3/18

2:50 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Columbus

Wed 3/25

8:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$314

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Mon 3/16

4:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Columbus

Mon 3/23

6:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 30m

$331

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Thu 4/23

5:25 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 18m

Columbus

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-8:22 am

1 stop3h 22m

$343

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Thu 3/19

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

Columbus

Fri 3/20

7:33 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$355

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Thu 3/12

5:45 am-2:55 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Columbus

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

$355

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Fri 4/24

6:33 am-2:12 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbus

Sun 4/26

5:05 am-8:18 am

1 stop4h 13m

$355

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Fri 4/17

5:40 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Columbus

Sun 4/19

5:10 am-10:30 am

1 stop6h 20m

$355

BirminghamColumbus

BHM - CMH

BHMCMH

Birmingham

Thu 3/19

6:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop3h 10m

Columbus

Mon 3/23

2:35 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$366

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Columbus

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Columbus (average of $167). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Columbus in November is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated February 19, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Birmingham to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,313 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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 Birmingham to Columbus. 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 from for flights from Birmingham to Columbus?

    Birmingham (BHM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Birmingham to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Birmingham; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Birmingham airport to Columbus. It is only a 4.3 mi journey to Birmingham (BHM) from Birmingham’s city center.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and Southwest fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Columbus in about 4h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 19m. The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Columbus is about 493 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Columbus round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Birmingham, Alabama to Columbus is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $234 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $246. American Airlines is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $118 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $161 and Southwest from $165 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Columbus (average of $167). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Columbus in November is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 Birmingham to Columbus

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Columbus. 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 February 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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