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$61+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Birmingham, AL (RDU - BHM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — BHM
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Thu 3/13
Thu 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Birmingham are usually found in September or December, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Birmingham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Birmingham (BHM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$61
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$418
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 8, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/59:53 pmRDU - BHM
1 stop11h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/98:57 amBHM - RDU
1 stop24h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/222:07 pmRDU - BHM
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Tue 4/295:20 amBHM - RDU
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/7$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/246:00 amRDU - BHM
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 3/251:00 pmBHM - RDU
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/7$252
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/217:45 amRDU - BHM
3 stops25h 17mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/288:57 amBHM - RDU
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/226:00 amRDU - BHM
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/263:00 pmBHM - RDU
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/7$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/187:00 amRDU - BHM
1 stop3h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/227:11 pmBHM - RDU
1 stop3h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/8$394

Find flights from Raleigh to Birmingham within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Birmingham that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 8, 2025.

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Raleigh

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Birmingham

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/5

9:53 pm-8:38 am

1 stop11h 45m

Birmingham

Wed 4/9

8:57 am-10:34 am

1 stop24h 37m

$160

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/22

2:07 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Birmingham

Tue 4/29

5:20 am-10:10 am

1 stop3h 50m

$217

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/24

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

Birmingham

Tue 3/25

1:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$252

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/21

7:45 am-8:02 am

3 stops25h 17m

Birmingham

Mon 4/28

8:57 am-6:04 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$258

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/22

6:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Birmingham

Wed 3/26

3:00 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$307

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

7:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop3h 44m

Birmingham

Sat 3/22

7:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 48m

$394

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/7

9:53 pm-8:38 am

1 stop11h 45m

$61

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/23

7:29 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$169

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/23

7:15 am-9:05 am

2 stops26h 50m

$197

RaleighBirmingham

RDU - BHM

RDUBHM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/7

7:46 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$350

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Deals found on 3/7

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Birmingham in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Birmingham, Alabama flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Birmingham, Alabama flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Birmingham, Alabama flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Birmingham, Alabama flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Raleigh-Birmingham, Alabama flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Birmingham

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Birmingham

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Raleigh to Birmingham including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Birmingham. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $376). Flying from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $463). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RDU to BHM?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Birmingham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 8, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Birmingham. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Birmingham by month

Plan your trip to Birmingham by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Birmingham, Alabama ranges from 3.4 - 5.2 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Birmingham, Alabama when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Birmingham by month

Plan your trip to Birmingham by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Birmingham, Alabama, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Birmingham. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Birmingham. Reviews last updated March 8, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Raleigh to Birmingham, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,024 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,649 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,923 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Birmingham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $160 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $217 and $252 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 61% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama one-way?

    $61 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $169 and $350, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to Birmingham that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Raleigh to Birmingham flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Birmingham?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Raleigh to Birmingham.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to Birmingham?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to Birmingham by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $376). Flying from Raleigh to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $463). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Raleigh to Birmingham

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Birmingham. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$274Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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