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$119+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Birmingham, AL (BHM)

CHI — BHM
Dec 5 — Dec 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Birmingham are usually found in December or April, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Birmingham

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Birmingham

Thu 12/39:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Mon 12/76:21 am -
Nonstop2h 39m
Deal found 11/3$237
Thu 12/36:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 50m
Mon 12/73:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 11/3$237
Thu 12/39:59 am -
1 stop6h 44m
Mon 12/77:48 pm -
1 stop4h 08m
Deal found 11/4$257
Thu 12/39:37 am -
1 stop7h 22m
Mon 12/712:33 pm -
1 stop3h 43m
Deal found 11/3$257
Thu 12/109:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Sat 12/126:21 am -
Nonstop2h 39m
Deal found 11/3$276
Mon 12/287:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 04m
Wed 12/307:07 pm -
1 stop5h 07m
Deal found 11/2$286
Mon 12/78:25 am -
2 stops7h 30m
Wed 12/167:05 am -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 11/4$306
Thu 12/310:30 am -
Nonstop2h 07m
Sun 12/61:08 pm -
Nonstop2h 23m
Deal found 11/3$307
Thu 12/36:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 50m
Sun 12/66:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 11/3$307
Fri 12/187:45 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Sun 12/205:00 am -
2 stops7h 25m
Deal found 11/1$322
Thu 12/311:35 am -
1 stop3h 39m
Sun 12/612:33 pm -
1 stop6h 36m
Deal found 11/3$327
Tue 12/18:04 am -
1 stop3h 44m
Fri 12/42:50 pm -
1 stop4h 19m
Deal found 11/2$329

Find flight deals from Chicago to Birmingham

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$467

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$147 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Birmingham flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Birmingham flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to Birmingham
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Birmingham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Birmingham.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Birmingham.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHM Birmingham

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/4

7:10 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$119
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/21

7:45 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$119

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHM Birmingham

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/4

7:10 am-1:47 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$129

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHM Birmingham

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/26

10:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$129

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/4

8:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop3h 15m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$129

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHM Birmingham

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/25

2:44 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$129

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/4

1:59 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$129

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/17

1:41 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$129

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/2

1:02 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$129

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Fri 12/25

5:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$134

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Birmingham

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Birmingham in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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 Chicago-Birmingham, Alabama flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Birmingham, Alabama flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Birmingham, Alabama flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Birmingham

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Birmingham from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Birmingham

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $415). Flying from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama in June is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 CHI to BHM?

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama

The most flights from CHI to BHM are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama flights typically cost between $359 and $559 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $237 on American Airlines (Dec 3-Dec 7).

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Birmingham to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Birmingham from Chicago?

    Located just 4.3 mi from the city center, Birmingham is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Birmingham from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Birmingham (BHM) should be relatively easy as there are 12 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama can take about 1h 50m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $247. The distance from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama is about 570 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $276, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $291 and $330, respectively. American Airlines is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $128 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $167 and United Airlines from $170 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Consider Air Canada (82%), GoJet (80%) or Air New Zealand (76%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama is $128. On average you can expect to pay $412. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Birmingham), can usually be booked for $237.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $415). Flying from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama in June is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 Chicago to Birmingham

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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