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Cheapest round-trip
$315
Typical prices: $336-$512
Southwest
Thu 9/6Mon 9/10
STL - BHM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$158
Typical prices: $177-$346
Delta
Sat 9/15
STL - BHM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between St. Louis and Birmingham. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 24% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $422 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Birmingham (STL-BHM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Birmingham

Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10
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6:10 am - 10:50 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
4h 40m1 stop Orlando
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5:55 am - 10:15 amBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
$315Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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4:45 pm - 10:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
5h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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5:20 am - 11:20 amBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$315Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 3
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2:30 pm - 5:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
3h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 9:34 amBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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7:00 am - 1:22 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
6h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:18 am - 9:09 amBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
1:54 pm - 8:23 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
6h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:15 am - 1:03 pmBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$315American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 17
American Airlines Logo
5:18 pm - 11:22 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 am - 1:16 pmBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$315American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 19
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:32 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
5h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:20 pm - 4:32 pmBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 17
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 12:00 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
6h 45m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field
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1:05 pm - 6:25 pmBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$320Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:10 am - 10:20 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
5h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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6:05 am - 1:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$320Southwest
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:46 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BHM Birmingham
6h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:15 am - 4:44 pmBHM  Birmingham-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$385United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Birmingham flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Birmingham?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Birmingham start at $315. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $336 to $512. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $315 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Birmingham?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Birmingham, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 36% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for St. Louis to Birmingham flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$158
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 63% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from St. Louis to Birmingham

When to book flights from St. Louis to Birmingham

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Birmingham?

    Flights from St. Louis to Birmingham usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Birmingham (BHM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Birmingham?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Birmingham.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Birmingham pass through?

    One-stop flights from St. Louis to Birmingham most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 6% 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 St. Louis to Birmingham?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the St. Louis to Birmingham route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $302 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $512, a difference of $210. 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 St. Louis to Birmingham?

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Birmingham takes 0h 00m, covering 411 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from St. Louis to Birmingham?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $918. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from St. Louis to Birmingham looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Birmingham are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $285, which is 43% above the typical average for this route.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between St. Louis and Birmingham?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between St. Louis and Birmingham is around $315 round-trip, with a flight time of about 4h 40m. Recent bus fares are around $166, with a trip time of about 12h 25m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 48% lower. However, taking the bus takes about 7+ hours longer each way.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 36m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 St. Louis to Birmingham flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Birmingham range from $336 to $512, with an average of $375 over the past 12 months. Anything below $336 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking St. Louis 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 Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $302 - about $210 less than Friday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Birmingham trip for November. Fares historically average $287 round-trip in that month - typically $503 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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 St. Louis to Birmingham

Information on your arrival and departure airports

St. Louis (STL)
Birmingham (BHM)