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Cheapest round-trip
$289
Typical prices: $376-$556
Breeze Airways
Mon 9/10Fri 9/14
CHS - BHM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Typical prices: $248-$395
Southwest
Wed 9/5
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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When to travel
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

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 10:43 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 6:36 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$317American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
5:31 pm - 8:23 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
3h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:47 pm - 9:50 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$317American Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 19
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 11:15 amCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
1:35 pm - 6:55 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
$317Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
Southwest Logo
8:55 pm - 11:25 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
3h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 10:15 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
6h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$317Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
Southwest Logo
8:55 pm - 11:25 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
3h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 5:25 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
8h 15m2 stops Tampa Nashville Intl
$322Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 11:39 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 12:05 amBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$334American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
7:41 pm - 10:32 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
3h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 11:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$343American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 8:14 amCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
3h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:57 pm - 10:11 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$360Delta
Mon, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 4
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 9:22 amCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:50 pm - 11:59 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
3h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$374Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 8:14 amCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
3h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 10:08 amBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
3h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$374Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Birmingham flights

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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

$159
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.

  • 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).

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

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

  • 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in Birmingham?

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

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to Birmingham?

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

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

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

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

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • 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.

  • 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 $289 to $987. 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 $167, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 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

  • 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.

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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Charleston to Birmingham

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Charleston (CHS)
Birmingham (BHM)