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$81+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Birmingham, AL (BHM)

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ORD — BHM
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$81
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$389

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/205:00 amORD - BHM
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/226:30 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/77:05 amORD - BHM
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sat 6/146:14 amBHM - ORD
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/29$281
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:05 amORD - BHM
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/24:38 pmBHM - ORD
1 stop7h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/107:30 amORD - BHM
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Sat 6/147:00 amBHM - ORD
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/2210:44 amORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/247:30 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$330
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/28:05 pmORD - BHM
3 stops35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/58:57 amBHM - ORD
1 stop24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$697

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham that are best for you.

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ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

5:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Birmingham

Thu 5/22

6:30 am-8:47 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$279

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

7:05 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Birmingham

Sat 6/14

6:14 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$281

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

5:05 am-3:43 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Birmingham

Mon 6/2

4:38 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 27m

$291

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

7:30 am-3:55 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Birmingham

Sat 6/14

7:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$294

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

10:44 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Birmingham

Sat 5/24

7:30 am-9:52 am

Nonstop2h 22m

$330

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

8:05 pm-8:02 am

3 stops35h 57m

Birmingham

Mon 5/5

8:57 am-9:24 am

1 stop24h 27m

$697

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/2

5:05 am-3:43 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$81

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

8:08 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$127

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

8:29 am-10:27 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$131

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

1:45 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$137

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Birmingham, Alabama flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Birmingham, Alabama flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Birmingham, Alabama flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl to Birmingham

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Birmingham from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama is 52 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 month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $376). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama in June is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 ORD to BHM?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 April 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to BHM are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 April 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Birmingham to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,956 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Birmingham from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    If you book a flight to Birmingham from Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying to Birmingham, which is the city’s only airport. Birmingham (BHM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Birmingham. There are 8 flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Birmingham per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $279 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Spirit Airlines, starting at $281 and $291 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama one-way?

    $81 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 United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $127 and $137, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama on time: Envoy Air (75%), Qatar Airways (74%), American Airlines (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama?

    On average you can expect to pay $486 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama. The cheapest flight overall is $126 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Birmingham) is currently priced at $233.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Birmingham flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $376). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, Alabama in June is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 O'Hare Intl to Birmingham

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$214Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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