$102+ 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CHI
Jul 29 — Aug 51
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to ChicagoExplore 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 June 29, 2026.
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 June 29, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Fri 9/184:40 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop7h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 9/218:05 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop7h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/26![American Airlines logo]()
$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sun 7/198:26 am
BHM
- ORD
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 8/55:05 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop6h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/28![American Airlines logo]()
$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/205:27 pm
BHM
- MDW
1 stop4h 48m
Delta
Wed 7/226:00 am
MDW
- BHM
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Deal found 6/24![Delta logo]()
$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/205:27 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop6h 26m
Delta
Wed 7/226:35 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop4h 32m
Delta
Deal found 6/24![Delta logo]()
$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 7/175:00 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Tue 7/215:20 pm
MDW
- BHM
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sun 7/196:25 am
BHM
- MDW
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Wed 8/56:00 am
MDW
- BHM
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28![Southwest logo]()
$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/166:40 pm
BHM
- MDW
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Tue 7/212:35 pm
MDW
- BHM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/25![Southwest logo]()
$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/156:42 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop5h 19m
American Airlines
Tue 7/215:45 pm
ORD
- BHM
1 stop5h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/103:40 pm
BHM
- MDW
2 stops6h 15m
Southwest
Fri 8/1410:30 am
MDW
- BHM
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28![Southwest logo]()
$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/36:30 am
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 37m
American Airlines
Sat 9/57:30 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop4h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$375
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:25 am
BHM
- MDW
1 stop6h 14m
Delta
Thu 9/241:00 pm
MDW
- BHM
1 stop3h 43m
Delta
Deal found 6/24![Delta logo]()
$376
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/223:37 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Sun 8/29:30 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/25![American Airlines logo]()
$376
Best flights from Birmingham to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 29, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 29, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 12/45:40 am
BHM
- MDW
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Mon 12/71:20 pm
MDW
- BHM
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24![Southwest logo]()
$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Fri 10/27:05 am
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 10/69:35 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop2h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$368
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/296:25 am
BHM
- ORD
1 stop4h 12m
Delta
Sat 8/15:30 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop4h 21m
Delta
Deal found 6/26![Delta logo]()
$394
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/107:30 am
BHM
- MDW
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Sun 9/131:40 pm
MDW
- BHM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24![Southwest logo]()
$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 12/126:13 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 12/169:30 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop2h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/712:06 pm
BHM
- MDW
1 stop4h 09m
Delta
Sun 8/96:05 am
MDW
- BHM
1 stop3h 34m
Delta
Deal found 6/29![Delta logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Fri 9/46:16 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Sun 9/69:30 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop2h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/25![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Fri 7/175:00 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Tue 7/213:55 pm
MDW
- BHM
2 stops6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/27![Southwest logo]()
$396
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 12/256:25 am
BHM
- ORD
1 stop4h 41m
Delta
Fri 12/255:55 pm
ORD
- BHM
1 stop4h 59m
Delta
Deal found 6/26![Delta logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Fri 12/255:32 am
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
United Airlines
Fri 12/259:30 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop2h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/26![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/1612:10 pm
BHM
- MDW
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Tue 7/212:35 pm
MDW
- BHM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/25![Southwest logo]()
$404
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 8/2110:35 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Sun 8/231:40 pm
MDW
- BHM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24![Southwest logo]()
$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 9/46:16 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 9/510:25 am
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop2h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Fri 8/216:55 am
BHM
- MDW
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Fri 8/289:00 am
MDW
- BHM
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/25![Southwest logo]()
$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Tue 11/106:17 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 11/117:40 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop6h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sun 7/125:27 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop6h 26m
Delta
Wed 7/155:30 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop4h 27m
Delta
Deal found 6/29![Delta logo]()
$546
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Fri 8/285:00 pm
BHM
- MDW
1 stop3h 10m
Southwest
Sun 8/308:50 am
MDW
- BHM
2 stops9h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/29![Southwest logo]()
$414
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Fri 7/245:00 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Mon 7/276:40 pm
MDW
- BHM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/27![Southwest logo]()
$416
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 12/46:13 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 22m
United Airlines
Sun 12/69:30 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop2h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$469
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Sun 7/263:50 pm
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Sun 8/26:10 am
MDW
- BHM
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/27![Southwest logo]()
$416
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/205:00 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Fri 7/245:00 am
MDW
- BHM
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24![Southwest logo]()
$416
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 12/52:45 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop6h 26m
United Airlines
Sun 12/67:45 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop6h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$513
Last-minute flights from Birmingham to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago. Data last updated June 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago. Data last updated June 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/156:42 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop5h 19m
American Airlines
Tue 7/215:45 pm
ORD
- BHM
1 stop5h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/155:00 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Sat 7/188:45 pm
MDW
- BHM
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/25![Southwest logo]()
$381
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/153:37 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Sat 7/189:29 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/25![American Airlines logo]()
$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/166:40 pm
BHM
- MDW
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Tue 7/212:35 pm
MDW
- BHM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/25![Southwest logo]()
$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 7/175:00 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Tue 7/215:20 pm
MDW
- BHM
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/185:25 am
BHM
- MDW
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Wed 7/223:55 pm
MDW
- BHM
2 stops6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24![Southwest logo]()
$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sun 7/198:26 am
BHM
- ORD
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 8/55:05 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop6h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/28![American Airlines logo]()
$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sun 7/196:25 am
BHM
- MDW
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Wed 8/56:00 am
MDW
- BHM
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28![Southwest logo]()
$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/205:27 pm
BHM
- MDW
1 stop4h 48m
Delta
Wed 7/226:00 am
MDW
- BHM
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Deal found 6/24![Delta logo]()
$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/205:27 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop6h 26m
Delta
Wed 7/226:35 am
ORD
- BHM
1 stop4h 32m
Delta
Deal found 6/24![Delta logo]()
$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/223:37 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Sun 8/29:30 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/25![American Airlines logo]()
$376
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/283:37 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Sun 8/29:30 pm
ORD
- BHM
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/25![American Airlines logo]()
$380
One-way flights from Birmingham to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from Birmingham to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 29, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Birmingham to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 29, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2412:19 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop24h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:19 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop23h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2012:19 pm
BHM
- ORD
1 stop23h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$118
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/45:20 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/29![Southwest logo]()
$136
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/261:07 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$136
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/185:00 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/25![Southwest logo]()
$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/213:37 pm
BHM
- ORD
Nonstop2h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/25![American Airlines logo]()
$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Tue 8/256:23 am
BHM
- MDW
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/29![Delta logo]()
$146
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/246:25 am
BHM
- ORD
1 stop6h 34m
Delta
Deal found 6/28![Delta logo]()
$146
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/224:00 pm
BHM
- MDW
1 stop6h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/25![Delta logo]()
$147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Tue 7/216:25 am
BHM
- ORD
1 stop4h 12m
Delta
Deal found 6/24![Delta logo]()
$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 8/2410:35 am
BHM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/26![Southwest logo]()
$150
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 June 29, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $364 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $102 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $456 |
Good round-trip deal | $406 or less |
Good one-way deal | $211 or less |
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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 June 29, 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
Cheapest round-trip
BirminghamChicago
BHM - MDW
BHMMDW
Birmingham
Fri 12/4
5:40 am-12:15 pm
1 stop6h 35m
Chicago Midway
Mon 12/7
1:20 pm-9:35 pm
2 stops8h 15m
$368
BirminghamChicago
BHM - ORD
BHMORD
Birmingham
Fri 10/2
7:05 am-9:33 am
Nonstop2h 28m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 10/6
9:35 pm-11:40 pm
Nonstop2h 05m
$368
BirminghamChicago
BHM - MDW
BHMMDW
Birmingham
Thu 9/10
7:30 am-3:25 pm
2 stops7h 55m
Chicago Midway
Sun 9/13
1:40 pm-9:45 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$373
Quickest round-trip
BirminghamChicago
BHM - ORD
BHMORD
Birmingham
Sat 12/12
6:13 pm-8:35 pm
Nonstop2h 22m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/16
9:30 pm-11:34 pm
Nonstop2h 04m
$387
BirminghamChicago
BHM - ORD
BHMORD
Birmingham
Fri 9/4
6:16 pm-8:40 pm
Nonstop2h 24m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 9/6
9:30 pm-11:35 pm
Nonstop2h 05m
$389
BirminghamChicago
BHM - ORD
BHMORD
Birmingham
Fri 12/25
5:32 am-7:55 am
Nonstop2h 23m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 12/25
9:30 pm-11:34 pm
Nonstop2h 04m
$389
BirminghamChicago
BHM - ORD
BHMORD
Birmingham
Wed 7/29
6:25 am-10:37 am
1 stop4h 12m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/1
5:30 am-9:51 am
1 stop4h 21m
$394
BirminghamChicago
BHM - MDW
BHMMDW
Birmingham
Fri 7/17
5:00 am-6:50 am
Nonstop1h 50m
Chicago Midway
Tue 7/21
3:55 pm-10:40 pm
2 stops6h 45m
$396
BirminghamChicago
BHM - MDW
BHMMDW
Birmingham
Thu 7/16
12:10 pm-7:05 pm
2 stops6h 55m
Chicago Midway
Tue 7/21
2:35 pm-10:40 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$404
BirminghamChicago
BHM - MDW
BHMMDW
Birmingham
Fri 8/21
10:35 am-12:25 pm
Nonstop1h 50m
Chicago Midway
Sun 8/23
1:40 pm-9:45 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$404
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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 June.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Chicago
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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 $118). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 June 29, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% 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 June 29, 2026.
The most flights from BHM to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago?
How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago, you should look to book at least 42 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.
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 June 29, 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.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$200 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$251 | Average$402 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$260 | Average$439 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |