BHM - CAE

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Cheapest round-trip
$397
Typical prices: $341-$754
Delta
Fri 11/16Wed 11/21
BHM - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$265
Typical prices: $388-$397
American Airlines
Fri 11/23
BHM - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $419 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Columbia (BHM-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Columbia

Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 21
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5:23 pm - 11:53 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:07 pm - 4:36 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
3h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$397Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:35 am - 1:14 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 8:07 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
3h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$397Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:30 am - 10:37 amBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:02 pm - 11:38 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
6h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$397American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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6:00 am - 11:08 amBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 pm - 9:30 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
4h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$417Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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12:32 pm - 4:58 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 pm - 10:57 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$417Delta
Thu, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 14
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5:30 am - 10:37 amBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:18 pm - 10:25 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
5h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$465American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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12:28 pm - 4:26 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
2h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:53 pm - 6:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
4h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$506Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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6:30 pm - 11:56 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:30 pm - 11:39 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
4h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$508American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:44 pm - 11:47 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:59 pm - 8:07 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
3h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$537Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
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3:47 pm - 8:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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3:28 pm - 8:44 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
6h 16m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$537American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Columbia typically range from $341 to $754. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $397, on Delta.

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Key details for Birmingham to Columbia flights

Cheapest flight

$265
One-way flight from Birmingham to Columbia

When to book flights from Birmingham to Columbia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Columbia 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 Columbia flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Columbia takes 00m, covering 324 miles.

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

    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 Columbia 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 $397 to $1,519. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Columbia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $278, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Birmingham to Columbia usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 69% on flights from Birmingham to Columbia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $341 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,088, a difference of $747.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Birmingham to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 18m, compared with 3h 52m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 20m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Columbia?

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

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Columbia flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $341, about $747 less than Saturday fares (69% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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