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$49+ Cheap flights from Alabama to Chicago (CHI)

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BHM — CHI
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$49
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$236 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
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Cheapest flights from Alabama to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1710:25 pmATL - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mFrontier
Mon 10/206:15 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/1$84
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Tue 8/126:00 amATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/1611:21 amORD - ATL
Nonstop1h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/1$84
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/133:06 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/135:34 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$86
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/164:19 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Fri 9/196:21 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$88
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/68:43 amATL - MDW
Nonstop1h 53mDelta
Sat 9/64:25 pmMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 03mDelta
Deal found 8/1$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Thu 11/136:25 amCHA - ORD
Nonstop2h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/173:06 pmORD - CHA
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sat 9/136:40 amBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Mon 9/158:45 pmMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 8/1$193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/236:25 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/258:44 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$193
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/294:50 pmCHA - ORD
2 stops24h 20mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/56:30 amORD - CHA
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/1$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/65:30 amBHM - MDW
1 stop4h 06mDelta
Sat 9/64:25 pmMDW - BHM
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Deal found 8/1$201
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/237:30 amBHM - ORD
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Wed 8/279:47 amORD - BHM
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 7/31$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/216:05 pmHSV - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/2610:50 amORD - HSV
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$209

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to Chicago 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 August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Alabama

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaChicago

ATL - MDW

ATLMDW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 10/17

10:25 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/20

6:15 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$84

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-7:04 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

11:21 am-2:11 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$84

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 8/13

3:06 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/13

5:34 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$86

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 9/16

4:19 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

6:21 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$88

AtlantaChicago

ATL - MDW

ATLMDW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 9/6

8:43 am-9:36 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/6

4:25 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$137

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - ORD

CHAORD

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 11/13

6:25 am-7:27 am

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/17

3:06 pm-5:54 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$189

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Sat 9/13

6:40 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

8:45 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$193

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Sat 8/23

6:25 am-8:44 am

Nonstop2h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

8:44 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$193

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - ORD

CHAORD

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 8/29

4:50 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/5

6:30 am-4:57 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$198

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Sat 9/6

5:30 am-9:36 am

1 stop4h 06m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/6

4:25 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$201

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to Chicago

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Alabama to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 AL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Alabama to Chicago as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Alabama to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Alabama to Chicago. 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 August 1, 2025.

The most flights from USAL to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated August 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Alabama to Chicago to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,054 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Alabama to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    $49 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 Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $54 and $69, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Alabama to Chicago?

    The most popular route from Alabama to Chicago is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago Midway. You may also consider Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Pensacola - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Alabama to Chicago consider choosing PSA Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (93%) or United Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Alabama to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Alabama to Chicago? While on average our users pay $354, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $99. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago Midway), is priced around $85.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Alabama to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Alabama to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to Chicago. 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$270Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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