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$272+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Birmingham (BHX)

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CHI — BHX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 (BHX). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$602
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$285
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$871
From Chicago (CHI) to Birmingham
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/267:20 pmORD - BHX
1 stop17h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 12/27:10 pmBHX - ORD
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$599
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/45:10 pmORD - BHX
1 stop10h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 8/206:00 amBHX - ORD
1 stop15h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11$602
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 8/410:30 pmORD - BHX
2 stops15h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/208:10 amBHX - ORD
1 stop13h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$619
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:05 pmORD - BHX
1 stop17h 00mSWISS
Thu 10/306:50 pmBHX - ORD
1 stop27h 25mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$638
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:05 pmORD - BHX
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/316:05 amBHX - ORD
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$644
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/35:10 pmORD - BHX
1 stop14h 30mAir France
Wed 9/176:00 amBHX - ORD
1 stop15h 00mAir France
Deal found 6/10$648
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/228:40 amORD - BHX
2 stops21h 35mAir Canada
Thu 10/306:00 amBHX - ORD
2 stops19h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$650
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 11/269:50 pmORD - BHX
1 stop13h 10mLufthansa
Tue 12/25:45 pmBHX - ORD
1 stop30h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$654
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 9/102:20 pmORD - BHX
2 stops15h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/259:30 amBHX - ORD
2 stops29h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$656
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 8/41:09 pmMDW - BHX
2 stops14h 21mDelta
Wed 8/206:00 amBHX - MDW
2 stops18h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/11$668
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/31:25 pmORD - BHX
2 stops14h 05mDelta
Wed 9/179:05 amBHX - ORD
2 stops18h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/10$677
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/249:40 amMDW - BHX
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/3110:20 amBHX - MDW
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,815

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Birmingham that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

7:20 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Birmingham

Tue 12/2

7:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$599

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

5:10 pm-9:30 am

1 stop10h 20m

Birmingham

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$602

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

10:30 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops15h 15m

Birmingham

Wed 8/20

8:10 am-3:45 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$619

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

7:05 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Birmingham

Thu 10/30

6:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$638

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

10:40 am-8:45 am

2 stops16h 05m

Birmingham

Thu 10/30

6:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$644

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

5:10 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Birmingham

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$648

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

8:40 am-12:15 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Birmingham

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-8:25 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$650

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

9:50 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Birmingham

Tue 12/2

5:45 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$654

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHX

ORDBHX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

2:20 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops15h 55m

Birmingham

Thu 9/25

9:30 am-9:08 am

2 stops29h 38m

$656

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHX

MDWBHX

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/4

1:09 pm-9:30 am

2 stops14h 21m

Birmingham

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-6:37 pm

2 stops18h 37m

$668

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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.
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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?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Birmingham (average of $640). Flying from Chicago to Birmingham in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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 BHX?

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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Birmingham in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Birmingham when rainfall is around 1.6 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, 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 60.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Air France and SWISS from Chicago to Birmingham. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
652 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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?

    For a flight from Chicago to Birmingham, you will be flying into Birmingham. Birmingham (BHX) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Birmingham is the only Birmingham airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 4 airlines have flights to Birmingham from Chicago on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $602, Virgin Atlantic will fly you from Chicago to Birmingham and back. In addition to Virgin Atlantic, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Air France - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $619 and $648, respectively. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Birmingham are Delta ($408), Virgin Atlantic ($445), and Air France ($453).

  • 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Birmingham (average of $640). Flying from Chicago to Birmingham in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Birmingham

Discover the top 4 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$607Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$614Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$616Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$670Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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