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Cheapest round-trip
$318
Typical prices: $376-$556
Southwest
Sat 12/29Sat 1/6
CHS - BHM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$126
Typical prices: $248-$395
Southwest
Sat 10/6
CHS - BHM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charleston and Birmingham. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 23% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Cheapest • Avg $408 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Birmingham (CHS-BHM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to Birmingham

Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:55 am - 10:50 amCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl
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5:45 am - 12:45 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
6h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$318Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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10:13 pm - 3:48 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
18h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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4:28 pm - 2:38 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
21h 10m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Orlando
$323Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 6
Southwest Logo
9:15 pm - 11:55 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
3h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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5:45 am - 7:50 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
13h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$329Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 9:13 amCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:52 am - 3:04 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$337American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Southwest Logo
7:15 pm - 11:55 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
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8:20 am - 12:50 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
3h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$337Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:35 am - 1:40 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
8h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
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2:20 pm - 8:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$342Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
5:34 pm - 9:30 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:12 am - 3:06 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$373Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 11:39 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:30 pm - 12:05 amBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$379American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
8:32 pm - 11:38 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:35 pm - 9:53 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
3h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$388American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
4:34 pm - 9:24 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 10:25 amBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
3h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$395American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Birmingham flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Charleston to Birmingham with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Birmingham start at $318. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $376 to $556. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $318 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Birmingham, it is 36% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 184% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Charleston to Birmingham flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$126
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 78% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Charleston to Birmingham

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

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to Birmingham?

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

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

    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 Charleston to Birmingham flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Birmingham range from $376 to $556, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $376 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston to Birmingham 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 $323 to $911. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to Birmingham are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $154, which is 57% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Birmingham Airport (BHM)?

    Birmingham Airport (BHM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Budget

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 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 Charleston to Birmingham?

    On the Charleston to Birmingham route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 78%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $294 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,296: a $1,002 difference. 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 Charleston to Birmingham?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 34m, compared with 4h 10m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 31m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Charleston and Birmingham?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Birmingham?

    Some of the most popular sights in Birmingham are UAB Hospital Jefferson Tower and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center. These are among the most viewed places in Birmingham on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Charleston to Birmingham 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $294 - about $1,002 less than Sunday (77% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Birmingham trip for October. Fares historically average $351 round-trip in that month - typically $463 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Birmingham Airport.
    - Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport
    - Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport By IHG
    - Relax Inn Hotel

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