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$59+ 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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CHI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$194
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$312

Good round-trip deal

$280 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 11/17:00 amBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Tue 11/43:20 pmMDW - BHM
2 stops6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/8$194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/136:33 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/158:10 amORD - BHM
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 11/55:35 amBHM - MDW
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Tue 11/113:20 pmMDW - BHM
2 stops6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/8$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/34:18 pmBHM - MDW
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Sat 10/256:00 amMDW - BHM
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 9/11$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/49:52 amBHM - ORD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Tue 10/76:45 amORD - BHM
1 stop3h 36mDelta
Deal found 9/11$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/2211:10 amBHM - MDW
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Sat 10/2512:15 pmMDW - BHM
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/225:50 amBHM - ORD
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Sat 10/253:10 pmORD - BHM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$198
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/411:43 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/78:15 amORD - BHM
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 11/66:10 pmBHM - MDW
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Sat 11/88:25 amMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/186:00 pmBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/2410:55 amORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 9/3010:57 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/34:40 pmORD - BHM
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$204
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:45 amBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Fri 10/318:25 amMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$206

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Chicago that are best for you.

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Birmingham

Fly to

Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Sat 11/1

7:00 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/4

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$194

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Wed 11/5

5:35 am-2:55 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/11

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$195

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Sat 10/4

5:23 am-9:48 am

1 stop4h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/7

12:48 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$197

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Fri 10/3

7:08 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

6:45 am-11:24 am

1 stop4h 39m

$197

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Sat 10/4

9:52 am-4:31 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

6:45 am-10:21 am

1 stop3h 36m

$197

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Mon 12/8

6:07 pm-12:01 am

1 stop5h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/13

6:45 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$197

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Tue 11/11

6:05 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

1:09 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$197

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Sat 11/1

7:24 am-12:16 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

10:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$197

BirminghamChicago

BHM - ORD

BHMORD

Birmingham

Tue 11/4

9:04 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

1:26 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$197

BirminghamChicago

BHM - MDW

BHMMDW

Birmingham

Thu 11/6

6:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/8

8:25 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$202

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago

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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 August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago, you should look to book at least 47 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Birmingham, 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 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 65% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from BHM to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to Chicago, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 14 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 Delta is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $189. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $193 and $260, respectively. You may be able to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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: Lufthansa (100%), Republic Airways (96%), Qatar Airways (94%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,145 for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $109 while the most popular route, (Birmingham - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $117.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Birmingham, 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$189Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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