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Cheapest round-trip
$357
Typical prices: $341-$754
Delta
Sun 10/7Sat 10/13
BHM - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$273
Typical prices: $388-$397
Delta
Sun 10/28
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

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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9:12 am - 1:14 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:59 pm - 5:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:59 am - 1:14 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:59 pm - 6:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
6h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:12 am - 3:08 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:59 pm - 10:52 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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2:14 pm - 8:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 9:23 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
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5:20 am - 9:25 amBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:59 pm - 6:53 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$442Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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2:52 pm - 8:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 pm - 8:10 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
3h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$498Delta
Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2
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5:08 pm - 9:11 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:19 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$545Delta
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
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3:48 pm - 9:00 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:00 am - 9:43 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
3h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$725American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:05 am - 4:56 pmBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:17 am - 11:39 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
14h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$725United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:05 am - 12:41 amBHM  Birmingham-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
16h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:12 am - 11:39 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BHM Birmingham
14h 27m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$730United 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 start at $357. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $341 to $754. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $357 on Delta.

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$273
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When to book flights from Birmingham to Columbia

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Your Birmingham to Columbia flight questions, answered

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  • What airlines are available from Birmingham to Columbia?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Birmingham and Columbia.

  • 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).

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

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

  • 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

    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 Columbia?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 69% on the Birmingham to Columbia route. 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Birmingham to Columbia?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Birmingham to Columbia:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:00 am and lands at 12:22 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:00 am and lands at 12:22 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 22m.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Columbia takes 1h 22m, 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 $357 to $1,600. 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 $279, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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.

  • 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

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $341 - about $747 less than Saturday (69% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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Direct departures

Birmingham to Columbia Metropolitan

Sunday

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Direct returns

Columbia Metropolitan to Birmingham

Friday

American Airlines

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Birmingham (BHM)
Columbia (CAE)