Direct (nonstop) flights from Columbia to Birmingham

1 airline flys nonstop from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) to Birmingham International (BHM). It's 325 miles (523 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

CAE
Columbia Metropolitan
🇺🇸 Columbia, USA
BHM
Birmingham International
🇺🇸 Birmingham, USA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
325 mi
523 km
CO₂/pax
60 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
American Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
CAE → BHM
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
325 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Columbia to Birmingham with one stop · direct emits 60 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAE ATL (Atlanta) BHM
Leg 1: 1h 12m (192 mi) Leg 2: 54m (133 mi) Total: ~2h 6m 🍃 86 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAE → ATL
1h 12m · 192 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → BHM
54m · 133 mi
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CAE CLT (Charlotte) BHM
Leg 1: 1h 17m (89 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (351 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 106 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAE → CLT
1h 17m · 89 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → BHM
1h 39m · 351 mi
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CAE DCA (Washington) BHM
Leg 1: 1h 39m (408 mi) Leg 2: 2h 17m (653 mi) Total: ~3h 56m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+268% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAE → DCA
1h 39m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → BHM
2h 17m · 653 mi
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CAE FLL (Fort Lauderdale) BHM
Leg 1: 1h 51m (545 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (650 mi) Total: ~4h 1m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+310% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAE → FLL
1h 51m · 545 mi
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Leg 2
FLL → BHM
2h 10m · 650 mi
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CAE MIA (Miami) BHM
Leg 1: 2h 1m (563 mi) Leg 2: 2h 4m (661 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+318% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAE → MIA
2h 1m · 563 mi
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Leg 2
MIA → BHM
2h 4m · 661 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Columbia to Birmingham?

A nonstop flight from Columbia (CAE) to Birmingham (BHM) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 325 miles (523 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Columbia to Birmingham?

Just American Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Columbia to Birmingham?

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Columbia from Birmingham?

The flight distance from Columbia to Birmingham is 325 miles (523 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Columbia to Birmingham?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Columbia to Birmingham?

Roughly 60 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 300 km.

Is the return flight from Birmingham to Columbia also nonstop?

Check the BHM to CAE route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbia to Birmingham?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Columbia Metropolitan for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.