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$419+ Cheap flights from Birmingham (BHX) 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — CHI
juin 17 — juin 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Chicago are usually found in November or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to Chicago (CHI). 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 juin 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$713
(The Travel House)

One-way from

$419
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$812
From Birmingham to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on juin 12, 2025.

This The Travel House 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 The Travel House is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/117:10 pmBHX - ORD
2 stops32h 21mScandinavian Airlines
dim. 11/167:20 pmORD - BHX
1 stop17h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$713
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.
lun. 11/109:20 amBHX - ORD
2 stops17h 16mDelta
sam. 11/151:35 pmORD - BHX
2 stops14h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/10$716
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.
lun. 11/106:15 amBHX - MDW
2 stops18h 21mDelta
sam. 11/155:59 pmMDW - BHX
2 stops15h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/10$716
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 9/58:10 amBHX - ORD
1 stop16h 50mAer Lingus
ven. 9/129:15 pmORD - BHX
1 stop12h 55mAer Lingus
Deal found 6/10$717
This TravelUp 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 9/209:20 amBHX - ORD
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
sam. 9/275:10 pmORD - BHX
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$719
This TravelUp 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 9/196:00 amBHX - ORD
1 stop14h 10mKLM
ven. 9/264:20 pmORD - BHX
1 stop10h 15mKLM
Deal found 6/10$726
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.
mer. 11/126:00 amBHX - ORD
2 stops14h 30mAir France
dim. 11/165:20 pmORD - BHX
1 stop10h 20mAir France
Deal found 6/10$729
This TravelUp 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 9/216:40 pmBHX - ORD
2 stops31h 07mVirgin Atlantic
dim. 9/2810:40 amORD - BHX
2 stops27h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11$751
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 9/146:00 amBHX - MDW
2 stops18h 36mKLM
dim. 9/219:20 amMDW - BHX
2 stops17h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/11$760
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ven. 9/196:15 amBHX - MDW
2 stops21h 29mVirgin Atlantic
ven. 9/269:30 amMDW - BHX
2 stops17h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/10$784
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mer. 7/96:00 amBHX - MDW
2 stops17h 39mAir France
mer. 7/161:09 pmMDW - BHX
2 stops14h 21mAir France
Deal found 6/10$787
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ven. 10/1010:50 amBHX - ORD
1 stop28h 50mTurkish Airlines
ven. 10/1711:25 amORD - BHX
1 stop16h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$849

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 juin 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Chicago that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

mar. 11/11

7:10 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops32h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 11/16

7:20 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$713

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

lun. 11/10

9:20 am-8:36 pm

2 stops17h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 11/15

1:35 pm-9:40 am

2 stops14h 05m

$716

BirminghamChicago

BHX - MDW

BHXMDW

Birmingham

lun. 11/10

6:15 am-6:36 pm

2 stops18h 21m

Chicago Midway

sam. 11/15

5:59 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops15h 21m

$716

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

ven. 9/5

8:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 9/12

9:15 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$717

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

sam. 9/20

9:20 am-2:10 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 9/27

5:10 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$719

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

ven. 9/19

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 9/26

4:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop10h 15m

$726

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

mer. 11/12

6:00 am-2:30 pm

2 stops14h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 11/16

5:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop10h 20m

$729

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

dim. 9/21

6:40 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops31h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 9/28

10:40 am-7:45 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$751

BirminghamChicago

BHX - MDW

BHXMDW

Birmingham

dim. 9/14

6:00 am-6:36 pm

2 stops18h 36m

Chicago Midway

dim. 9/21

9:20 am-8:20 am

2 stops17h 00m

$760

BirminghamChicago

BHX - MDW

BHXMDW

Birmingham

ven. 9/19

6:15 am-9:44 pm

2 stops21h 29m

Chicago Midway

ven. 9/26

9:30 am-8:35 am

2 stops17h 05m

$784

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham to Chicago, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Birmingham 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 BHX to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham 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 juin 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Birmingham to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 juin 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Air France from Birmingham to Chicago to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Birmingham to Chicago. 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?

    Most people fly from Birmingham (BHX) if they book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago. On average, Birmingham has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 1 airline. Birmingham is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Birmingham’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $713, Scandinavian Airlines will fly you from Birmingham to Chicago and back. In addition to Scandinavian Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Aer Lingus - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $716 and $717, respectively. These flights start at 7% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $626 on Aer Lingus. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from $1,665 and Delta from $1,665 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Birmingham 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 airline flying from Birmingham to Chicago

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Birmingham 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 juin 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$637Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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