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$129+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CHI
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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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 January 21, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/187:20 am
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Wed 2/258:45 pm
MDW
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/181:17 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 16m
United Airlines
Wed 2/257:55 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/185:42 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 22m
American Airlines
Wed 2/253:01 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 2/167:02 am
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 3/33:01 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/186:00 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 56m
Delta
Wed 2/255:25 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop4h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:20 am
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Sat 3/72:30 pm
MDW
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/19$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 2/197:02 am
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 2/248:10 am
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/186:10 am
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Wed 2/251:45 pm
ORD
-
BHM
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 2/233:15 pm
BHM
-
MDW
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Mon 3/28:40 pm
MDW
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/45:42 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 22m
American Airlines
Sun 3/83:08 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/165:20 am
BHM
-
MDW
1 stop4h 34m
Delta
Tue 3/312:45 pm
MDW
-
BHM
1 stop3h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2812:30 pm
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Mon 3/3012:10 pm
MDW
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/19$330

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) 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 January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Southwest)

One-way from

$129
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$544

Good round-trip deal

$372 or less

Good one-way deal

$231 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Birmingham

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

7:20 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/25

8:45 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$257

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

1:17 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

7:55 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$257

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Thu 2/19

10:37 am-12:54 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

7:45 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$276

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Mon 2/23

1:17 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

7:55 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$295

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Sat 4/11

11:50 am-2:14 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

2:23 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$295

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Thu 2/19

6:39 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

5:25 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 50m

$296

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

6:10 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$301

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Mon 3/2

6:40 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/2

12:20 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$305

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Wed 3/18

8:48 am-4:21 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

8:05 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$305

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Wed 3/18

3:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 40m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/25

1:05 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$305

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Compare providers for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

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 Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Birmingham with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama 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 January 16, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago, you should look to book at least 53 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, Alabama to Chicago?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago (average of $113). Flying from Birmingham, 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 BHM 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 January 21, 2026.

When flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Birmingham 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 January 21, 2026.

The most flights from BHM to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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

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 January 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to Chicago, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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?

    Birmingham (BHM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Birmingham to Chicago. 4 airlines have flights from Birmingham to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Birmingham to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago?

    Departing from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago will take you 1h 55m. The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago is about 570 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $172. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $201 and $240, respectively. You may be able to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago for 52% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago are American Airlines ($118), Southwest ($125), and United Airlines ($153).

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago on time: PSA Airlines (100%), Alaska Airlines (90%), Envoy Air (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,062 for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $161 while the most popular route, (Birmingham - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $271.

  • 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, Alabama to Chicago?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago (average of $113). Flying from Birmingham, 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 Birmingham to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$172Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$201Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$240Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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