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Cheapest round-trip
$287
Typical prices: $355-$518
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/28Mon 10/1
BHM - CHS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$190
Typical prices: $208-$360
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/25
BHM - CHS • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 14% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Cheapest • Avg $264 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Charleston (BHM-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Charleston

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Breeze Airways Logo
8:58 pm - 12:31 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
14h 33m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
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10:13 pm - 3:48 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
18h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$287Breeze Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 9:04 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
6h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 5:09 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$337American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 5:25 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
8h 15m2 stops Tampa Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
9:45 am - 12:55 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$342Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 7:30 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
10h 20m2 stops Tampa Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
9:45 am - 4:35 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
7h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Houston Hobby
$347Southwest
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
2:42 pm - 10:00 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
6h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:08 pm - 11:39 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$352American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
Breeze Airways Logo
4:18 pm - 8:38 amBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
15h 20m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Hartford Bradley Intl
Breeze Airways Logo
10:05 pm - 3:38 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
18h 33m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$356Breeze Airways
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
12:32 pm - 7:08 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:30 am - 1:39 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$371Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 11:54 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:31 pm - 9:11 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$385Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 8:58 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:05 pm - 4:01 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
2h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$405Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 11:43 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
7h 03m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:05 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
6h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$417American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Charleston flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Charleston?

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Charleston start at $287. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $355 to $518. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $287 on Breeze Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Charleston?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Charleston, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 78% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Birmingham to Charleston flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$190
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Birmingham to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Charleston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Birmingham to Charleston flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Charleston?

    Flights from Birmingham to Charleston usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Charleston?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Birmingham to Charleston.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Charleston pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Charleston most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Charleston?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the Birmingham to Charleston route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $335 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $734, a difference of $399. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Charleston takes 0h 00m, covering 391 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Charleston?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Charleston changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $251 to $1,198. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Charleston looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Charleston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $297, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Birmingham to Charleston?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 29m, compared with 3h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 13m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Charleston?

    Charleston is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Charleston Airport (CHS)?

    Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Economy Rent a Car
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Charleston range from $355 to $518, with an average of $412 over the past 12 months. Anything below $355 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Charleston flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $335 - about $399 less than Saturday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Charleston trip for May. Fares historically average $354 round-trip in that month - typically $380 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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