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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $394-$544
American Airlines
Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
CHS - BHM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$169
Typical prices: $262-$400
American Airlines
Fri 11/23
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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July
Cheapest • 16% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Cheapest • Avg $408 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 38m (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

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 10:05 amCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
6h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:07 pm - 10:51 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
3h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$337American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 1:40 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
8h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
2:20 pm - 8:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$360Southwest
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
3:38 pm - 8:32 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
5h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 1:29 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$385American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 11:46 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
6h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:54 pm - 11:57 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
4h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$385American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
Breeze Airways Logo
10:13 pm - 3:48 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
18h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Breeze Airways Logo
4:28 pm - 8:26 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
26h 58m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Orlando
$390Breeze Airways
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 9:40 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 12:45 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
6h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
$390Southwest
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:12 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
6h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:34 pm - 11:55 pmBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$434American Airlines
Fri, Mar 26 - Sun, Mar 28
Delta Logo
10:30 am - 1:32 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 11:26 amBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$445Delta
Fri, Mar 26 - Sun, Mar 28
Delta Logo
10:30 am - 1:32 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 11:26 amBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$492Delta
Fri, Mar 26 - Sun, Mar 28
Delta Logo
10:30 am - 1:32 pmCHS  Charleston-BHM Birmingham
4h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 11:26 amBHM  Birmingham-CHS Charleston
5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$494Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Birmingham flights

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

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Birmingham typically range from $394 to $544. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Charleston to Birmingham flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$169
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charleston to Birmingham

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

  • 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 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 $394 to $544, with an average of $466 over the past 12 months. Anything below $394 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 $337 to $1,160. 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 $312, which is 15% 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 averaging $66 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) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 69% on flights from Charleston to Birmingham. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $414 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,296, a difference of $882.

    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 Charleston to Birmingham?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 38m, compared with 4h 10m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 33m 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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $414, about $882 less than Sunday fares (68% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Birmingham trip for July. Fares historically average $394 round-trip in that month - typically $420 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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