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Cheapest round-trip
$315
Typical prices: $316-$655
Southwest
Tue 9/11Wed 9/12
IND - BHM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$158
Typical prices: $147-$393
Southwest
Tue 9/11
IND - BHM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Indianapolis and Birmingham. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $363 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Birmingham (IND-BHM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Birmingham

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
6:28 pm - 11:27 pmIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
5h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 6:07 pmBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
6h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$315American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:33 amIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:48 pm - 11:41 pmBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
6h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$315American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12
Southwest Logo
7:20 am - 12:00 pmIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
5h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 1:45 pmBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
7h 00m1 stop Houston Hobby
$315Southwest
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 11
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 12:25 pmIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
7h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 11:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
6h 30m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$315Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:40 amIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
6h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 11:41 pmBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
5h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$315American Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 11
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 12:25 pmIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
7h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 4:40 pmBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
8h 10m2 stops Dallas Love Field Houston Hobby
$320Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
Delta Logo
10:21 am - 2:50 pmIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
5h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:21 pm - 11:24 pmBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
4h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
Delta Logo
1:41 pm - 4:43 pmIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
4h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 10:26 amBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
4h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 3:38 pmIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
9h 08m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:18 pm - 10:25 amBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
41h 07m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Orlando
$333Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
6:33 pm - 11:30 pmIND  Indianapolis-BHM Birmingham
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:03 pm - 11:19 pmBHM  Birmingham-IND Indianapolis
7h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$385United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis to Birmingham flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Birmingham start at $315. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $316 to $655. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $315 on Southwest.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Birmingham, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 71% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Birmingham?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Birmingham at $231 round-trip.
  • March ($826) and January ($787) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 257% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Indianapolis to Birmingham flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$158
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 32% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Indianapolis to Birmingham

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

    Flights from Indianapolis to Birmingham usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Birmingham (BHM).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 8% 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 Indianapolis to Birmingham?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Indianapolis to Birmingham route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $334 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $676, a difference of $342. 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 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 Indianapolis to Birmingham?

    A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Birmingham takes 0h 00m, covering 426 miles.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 $315 to $1,096. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Indianapolis to Birmingham are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $175, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 58m, compared with 4h 04m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 23m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Birmingham?

    Birmingham is 1 hour behind Indianapolis (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 Indianapolis to Birmingham flight?

    Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Birmingham range from $316 to $655, with an average of $394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $316 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Indianapolis 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $334 - about $342 less than Saturday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Birmingham trip for September. Fares historically average $231 round-trip in that month - typically $595 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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