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$129+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Birmingham, AL (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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BHM
Jun 25 — Jul 21
Thu 6/25
Thu 7/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Birmingham are usually found in September or July, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 26, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 7/75:30 am
ORD
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BHM
1 stop4h 27m
Delta
Tue 7/144:00 pm
BHM
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ORD
1 stop4h 33m
Delta
Deal found 5/25$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 6/166:00 am
MDW
-
BHM
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Tue 6/234:05 pm
BHM
-
MDW
1 stop6h 12m
Delta
Deal found 5/26$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 6/165:34 pm
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop5h 55m
American Airlines
Tue 6/232:51 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/23$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 7/75:25 am
MDW
-
BHM
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Wed 7/295:00 am
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/22$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Sat 9/268:00 am
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 9/3012:01 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/21$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Wed 7/299:45 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop3h 39m
Delta
Thu 8/65:06 am
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Deal found 5/25$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Fri 6/2610:05 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 06m
American Airlines
Wed 7/12:51 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/25$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Wed 7/293:00 pm
MDW
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Fri 7/315:00 am
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/25$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 6/166:35 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop4h 36m
Delta
Tue 6/235:24 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 35m
Delta
Deal found 5/23$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Wed 6/246:35 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Sat 6/276:25 am
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 10m
Delta
Deal found 5/22$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Wed 6/246:00 am
MDW
-
BHM
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Sat 6/276:25 am
BHM
-
MDW
1 stop6h 21m
Delta
Deal found 5/22$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Wed 6/2411:59 am
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 6/272:50 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/25$363

Find flight deals from Chicago to Birmingham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 May 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$337
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$465

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$244 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($117 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 May 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Birmingham that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

11:59 am-2:04 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Birmingham

Tue 6/23

2:51 pm-5:14 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$337

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/29

3:00 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Birmingham

Fri 7/31

6:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 30m

$363

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/20

7:45 am-3:55 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Birmingham

Tue 6/23

5:00 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$378

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/17

11:20 am-3:17 pm

1 stop3h 57m

Birmingham

Tue 7/21

6:25 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 12m

$383

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/23

6:35 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 35m

Birmingham

Sun 7/26

12:03 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$388

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/29

6:35 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 35m

Birmingham

Fri 7/31

6:25 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 12m

$388

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/21

9:10 pm-11:11 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Birmingham

Sun 8/23

6:30 am-9:07 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$389
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/6

2:05 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Birmingham

Fri 7/10

5:00 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$389

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/6

12:20 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Birmingham

Sun 8/9

2:55 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$389

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/22

5:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Birmingham

Tue 6/30

5:00 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$390

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Birmingham

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 Chicago to Birmingham in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 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
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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $105). Flying from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama in May is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 May 26, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 May 26, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to BHM are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

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

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 73 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Birmingham. Price data was last updated on May 23, 2026.

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. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 May 26, 2026.
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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,749 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,629 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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?

    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 40m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $353. 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 $257, 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 $279 and $295, respectively. American Airlines is 42% 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 $59 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $122 and United Airlines from $150 one-way.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (100%), American Airlines (81%) or Envoy Air (80%) 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 $122. On average you can expect to pay $436. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Birmingham), can usually be booked for $371.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $105). Flying from Chicago to Birmingham, Alabama in May is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 May 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$279Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$295Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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