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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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CHI
May 11 — May 181
Mon 5/11
Mon 5/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Chicago are usually found in September or February, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/610:10 am
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Thu 5/712:35 pm
MDW
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/10$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 6/45:15 am
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 24m
American Airlines
Tue 6/99:40 am
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/8$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 4/305:44 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 33m
American Airlines
Mon 5/43:09 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/9$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/53:40 pm
BHM
-
MDW
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Tue 5/1211:10 am
MDW
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/6$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/610:10 am
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Sat 5/97:40 am
MDW
-
BHM
2 stops6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/9$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/510:10 am
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Wed 5/611:10 am
MDW
-
BHM
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/8$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Thu 6/47:27 pm
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 32m
Delta
Tue 6/99:48 am
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop6h 31m
Delta
Deal found 4/9$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 5/76:33 am
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 27m
American Airlines
Fri 5/153:09 pm
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/7$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Thu 5/75:40 am
BHM
-
ORD
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Thu 5/144:15 pm
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/7$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 4/305:44 pm
BHM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 33m
American Airlines
Fri 5/13:26 pm
ORD
-
BHM
1 stop7h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 4/308:57 am
BHM
-
ORD
1 stop7h 24m
American Airlines
Sun 5/39:15 am
ORD
-
BHM
Nonstop2h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Thu 5/710:00 am
BHM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Fri 5/810:10 am
MDW
-
BHM
2 stops7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/7$348

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 April 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$317
(Southwest)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$458

Good round-trip deal

$395 or less

Good one-way deal

$202 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Chicago (CHI).
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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 April 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Wed 5/6

3:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/9

10:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$327

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Thu 5/21

6:14 am-12:42 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/28

6:23 am-11:04 am

1 stop4h 41m

$337
Quickest round-trip

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Thu 5/7

10:00 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/8

12:35 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$337

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Thu 6/4

7:27 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/9

9:48 am-4:19 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$337

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Tue 5/26

5:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

7:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$337

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Tue 5/5

3:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/12

7:00 am-3:05 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$342

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Wed 5/6

11:15 am-6:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/7

2:40 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$342

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Sat 5/16

5:45 am-5:10 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/20

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop3h 25m

$348

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Fri 6/12

5:32 am-7:55 am

Nonstop2h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

10:35 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$353

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Thu 5/7

6:30 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/8

4:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$362

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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 April.
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 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 10, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago (average of $148). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 April 11, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 April 11, 2026.

The most flights from BHM to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 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 April 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to Chicago, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,569 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,573 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,335 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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. 3 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 19 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 50m. The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago is about 570 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $200. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $240 and $251, respectively. You may be able to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago for 46% 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 United Airlines ($98), American Airlines ($118), and Southwest ($125).

  • 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: Republic Airways (81%), Qatar Airways (79%), Air Canada (79%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $893 for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $169 while the most popular route, (Birmingham - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $324.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago (average of $148). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 3 airlines flying from Birmingham to Chicago

Discover the top 3 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 April 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$240Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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