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Cheapest round-trip
$170
Typical prices: $306-$464
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Thu 1/11Sun 1/28
BHM - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Typical prices: $249-$432
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/30
BHM - CMH • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Columbus Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 16% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $306 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 3h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Columbus (BHM-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Columbus

Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 28
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9:08 pm - 7:38 pmBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
21h 30m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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11:11 am - 3:48 pmCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
29h 37m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$170Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 28
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9:08 pm - 7:38 pmBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
21h 30m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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11:11 am - 8:28 pmCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
34h 17m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Raleigh-Durham
$191Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:22 am - 1:01 pmBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
5h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:06 am - 10:05 amCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
4h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$275American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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5:40 am - 11:00 amBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
4h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
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4:10 pm - 9:40 pmCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
6h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Nashville Intl
$280Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:27 am - 2:25 pmBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
5h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:23 pm - 6:43 pmCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
5h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$282American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Jan 11
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5:55 pm - 10:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
3h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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12:05 pm - 4:50 pmCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
5h 45m1 stop Tampa
$323Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Jan 11
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5:55 pm - 10:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
3h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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5:50 am - 11:25 amCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
6h 35m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$328Southwest
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
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5:23 pm - 12:30 amBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
6h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 9:43 amCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$551Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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4:20 pm - 10:23 pmBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
5h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:31 pm - 7:01 pmCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$651Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
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2:52 pm - 10:23 pmBHM  Birmingham-CMH Columbus
6h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:31 pm - 7:01 pmCMH  Columbus-BHM Birmingham
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$679Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Columbus Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Columbus Airport. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 125% higher.

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Key details for Birmingham to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$159
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Birmingham to Columbus

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Birmingham to Columbus Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Columbus Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Columbus Airport takes 00m, covering 493 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Columbus Airport?

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Columbus Airport range from $306 to $464, with an average of $365 over the past 12 months. Anything below $306 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Columbus Airport 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 $170 to $1,153. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $254, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Birmingham to Columbus Airport usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Birmingham to Columbus Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $822, a difference of $466.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 19m, compared with 3h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 29m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Columbus Airport?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Columbus Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Columbus Airport are Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Columbus Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Columbus Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $356, about $466 less than Wednesday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Columbus Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $306 round-trip in that month - typically $335 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Airport.

    • Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Airport
    • Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport

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