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$107+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 7/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — ORD
jul.. 23 — jul.. 301
dj. 7/23
dj. 7/30
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on juny 23, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
dv. 8/75:08 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
dt. 8/189:30 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dc. 7/156:42 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 19m
American Airlines
dt. 7/215:45 pm
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop5h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/22$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
ds. 9/126:54 am
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
dj. 9/179:20 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/19$375
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dv. 7/2412:19 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop23h 56m
Multiple Airlines
dg. 7/268:05 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop22h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
dg. 9/134:01 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 44m
Delta
dj. 9/1711:17 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop5h 35m
Delta
Deal found 6/18$377
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dv. 9/114:18 pm
BHM
-
ORD
2 stops19h 44m
Multiple Airlines
dv. 9/187:45 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dc. 9/165:20 am
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 49m
American Airlines
dj. 9/176:45 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop7h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/22$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
dt. 7/76:22 am
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 27m
American Airlines
dt. 7/149:30 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/20$381
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
ds. 7/182:10 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 36m
Delta
dv. 7/246:35 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop4h 23m
Delta
Deal found 6/22$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dt. 6/302:56 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
ds. 7/47:40 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
dt. 8/251:07 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
dv. 8/2812:47 pm
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop5h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
dv. 8/712:23 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 30m
American Airlines
dg. 8/99:15 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23$389

Find flight deals from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 juny 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$373
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$107
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$469

Good round-trip deal

$440 or less

Good one-way deal

$254 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl 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 juny 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

dv. 8/7

5:08 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dt. 8/18

9:30 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$371

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

dj. 9/17

5:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dg. 9/20

5:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 00m

$377

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

dg. 9/13

4:01 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dj. 9/17

11:17 am-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$377
Quickest round-trip

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

dv. 7/31

7:18 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dg. 8/2

9:30 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$433

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

dt. 11/10

7:22 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dc. 11/11

4:00 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$438

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

ds. 7/11

1:22 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dl. 7/13

9:30 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$456

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

ds. 7/4

1:22 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dv. 7/10

9:30 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$460

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

ds. 7/4

7:18 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ds. 7/11

9:30 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$460

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

dv. 7/3

6:46 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dg. 7/5

5:30 am-9:42 am

1 stop4h 12m

$481

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

ds. 7/4

7:28 am-12:39 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dj. 7/9

6:35 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 35m

$481

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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 Birmingham to O'Hare Intl in June.
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 Birmingham, Alabama-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Birmingham, Alabama-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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

The price you pay for your flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $317). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $469). 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 BHM to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated juny 23, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated juny 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,875 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,875 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,875 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,745 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,875 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl. 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 from for flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying from Birmingham. Birmingham (BHM) is just 4.3 mi from the center of the city. Birmingham is the only Birmingham airport and it handles 12 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Birmingham on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in 6h 07m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 585 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($200), and United Airlines ($251) offers the cheapest pricing from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. American Airlines is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Aer Lingus (80%), Qatar Airways (80%) and United Airlines (79%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is $194. On average you can expect to pay $1,113. The most popular route, (Birmingham - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $273.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $317). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $469). 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 2 airlines flying from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl. 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 juny 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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