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$43+ Cheap flights from Alabama to Chicago (CHI)

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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CHI
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Chicago

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 December 18, 2025.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:10 pmATL - MDW
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Thu 1/16:12 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$97
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:10 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mFrontier
Thu 1/16:00 amORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:05 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Wed 12/316:05 amORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$98
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:10 pmATL - MDW
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Thu 1/16:33 pmMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$99
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:28 amATL - ORD
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sat 1/104:46 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$110
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:10 pmATL - MDW
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Mon 1/58:15 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$113
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/269:10 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mFrontier
Tue 1/62:26 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$122
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:10 pmATL - MDW
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Wed 12/318:15 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$123
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:20 pmATL - MDW
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Sat 1/36:12 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$125
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:10 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mFrontier
Mon 1/55:15 amORD - ATL
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$129
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3010:46 pmATL - MDW
1 stop16h 51mFrontier
Thu 1/16:12 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$130
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/319:10 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mFrontier
Sun 1/48:09 pmORD - ATL
1 stop13h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$131

Find flight deals from Alabama to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$43
(Spirit)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$393

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$237 or less
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Chicago that are best for you.

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Alabama

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Price

AtlantaChicago

ATL - MDW

ATLMDW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 1/27

10:57 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/31

9:38 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$97

AtlantaChicago

ATL - MDW

ATLMDW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/16

6:15 am-7:17 am

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

8:28 am-11:38 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$98

AtlantaChicago

ATL - MDW

ATLMDW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/29

9:15 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/2

6:20 am-9:37 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$98

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/15

9:57 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

7:20 am-8:49 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$99

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/8

9:57 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

8:43 pm-10:24 am

1 stop12h 41m

$101

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/14

5:43 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

6:20 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 21m

$111

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/24

8:53 am-8:56 pm

1 stop13h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

12:44 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$119

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/16

9:06 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

7:20 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$122

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/8

10:20 am-11:35 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

4:49 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$125

AtlantaChicago

ATL - MDW

ATLMDW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/22

4:13 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop28h 39m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/24

9:38 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$130

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Chicago (average of $113). Flying from Alabama to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 December 18, 2025.

When flying from Alabama to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 37% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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.

  • How long is the flight from Alabama to Chicago?

    For as low as $137, Frontier can have you in Chicago from Alabama in 1h 57m. Alabama and Chicago are separated by a distance of 591 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $296 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Scandinavian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Air Serbia, with prices starting from $338 and $350, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Alabama to Chicago is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago Midway 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 Alaska Airlines (90%), Qatar Airways (84%) or Envoy Air (81%) 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 $443, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $148. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $72.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Chicago (average of $113). Flying from Alabama to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$186Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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