$421+ Cheap flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Chicago (CHI)
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BHX — CHI
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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 November 4, 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 November 4, 2026.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/98:35 am -
2 stops14h 45m
Sun 12/136:30 pm -
2 stops12h 50m
Deal found 11/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$681
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/18:10 am -
2 stops15h 10m
Mon 12/76:30 pm -
2 stops17h 25m
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$729
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/137:10 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Mon 11/237:10 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 10/31![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$787
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/207:10 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 12/107:10 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 11/3![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$789
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 12/55:15 pm -
2 stops28h 15m
Wed 12/95:40 pm -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 11/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$799
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/18:45 pm -
1 stop23h 40m
Mon 12/74:25 pm -
1 stop18h 25m
Deal found 11/3![KLM logo]()
$805
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Wed 12/168:35 am -
1 stop15h 45m
Wed 12/233:55 pm -
1 stop9h 45m
Deal found 11/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$807
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/26:00 am -
1 stop14h 25m
Tue 12/85:02 pm -
2 stops13h 48m
Deal found 11/3![KLM logo]()
$808
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 November 4, 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 November 4, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/96:00 am -
1 stop14h 25m
Sun 12/1310:38 am -
2 stops17h 07m
Deal found 11/2![Delta logo]()
$823
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/59:25 am -
2 stops18h 11m
Wed 12/92:41 pm -
2 stops13h 04m
Deal found 11/4![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$830
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/86:00 am -
1 stop14h 25m
Mon 2/226:25 pm -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$833
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/69:25 am -
1 stop11h 00m
Fri 2/195:09 pm -
2 stops13h 41m
Deal found 11/3![KLM logo]()
$838
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/207:10 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Sun 1/247:00 am -
2 stops29h 30m
Deal found 11/1![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$860
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/48:20 am -
1 stop16h 00m
Fri 12/118:05 pm -
1 stop16h 25m
Deal found 11/4![Aer Lingus logo]()
$904
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/410:40 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Fri 12/1110:38 am -
2 stops17h 07m
Deal found 11/1![Delta logo]()
$829
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/109:25 am -
1 stop11h 00m
Wed 2/246:25 pm -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$833
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/207:10 pm -
2 stops44h 25m
Thu 12/107:10 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 11/2![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$877
Last-minute flights from Birmingham to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago. Data last updated November 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago. Data last updated November 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/137:10 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Mon 11/237:10 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 10/31![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$787
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/207:10 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 12/107:10 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 11/3![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$789
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/18:10 am -
2 stops15h 10m
Mon 12/76:30 pm -
2 stops17h 25m
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$729
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/18:45 pm -
1 stop23h 40m
Mon 12/74:25 pm -
1 stop18h 25m
Deal found 11/3![KLM logo]()
$805
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/26:00 am -
1 stop14h 25m
Tue 12/85:02 pm -
2 stops13h 48m
Deal found 11/3![KLM logo]()
$808
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 12/55:15 pm -
2 stops28h 15m
Wed 12/95:40 pm -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 11/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$799
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/98:35 am -
2 stops14h 45m
Sun 12/136:30 pm -
2 stops12h 50m
Deal found 11/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$681
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Wed 12/168:35 am -
1 stop15h 45m
Wed 12/233:55 pm -
1 stop9h 45m
Deal found 11/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$807
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 November 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Birmingham to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 4, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 12/176:05 am -
2 stops39h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$421
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 12/16:40 am -
2 stops38h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$424
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/178:50 pm -
2 stops24h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$567
Find flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 4, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $681 (Mytrip) |
One-way from | $421 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $904 |
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Birmingham
Thu 12/17
6:05 am-3:30 pm
2 stops39h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-7:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$421
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Tue 12/1
8:10 am-3:30 pm
3 stops37h 20m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-7:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$437
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Tue 11/17
8:50 pm-3:30 pm
2 stops24h 40m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-7:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$567
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Fri 1/1
6:15 am-6:00 am
3 stops29h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-7:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$744
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Fri 11/20
8:20 am-6:20 pm
1 stop16h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-7:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$748
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Wed 12/9
6:00 am-2:25 pm
1 stop14h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 12/13
10:38 am-9:45 am
2 stops17h 07m
$823
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Fri 12/4
10:40 am-4:15 pm
1 stop11h 35m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 12/11
10:38 am-9:45 am
2 stops17h 07m
$829
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Sat 12/5
9:25 am-9:36 pm
2 stops18h 11m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/9
2:41 pm-9:45 am
2 stops13h 04m
$830
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Mon 2/8
6:00 am-2:25 pm
1 stop14h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 2/22
6:25 pm-5:40 pm
1 stop17h 15m
$833
BirminghamChicago
BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BHXORD
Birmingham
Wed 2/10
9:25 am-2:25 pm
1 stop11h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/24
6:25 pm-5:40 pm
1 stop17h 15m
$833
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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 November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Birmingham-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham-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-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 to Chicago?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago (average of $797). Flying from Birmingham to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,202). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Birmingham to Chicago?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Birmingham to Chicago flights typically cost between $805 and $988 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $681 on Multiple Airlines (Dec 9-Dec 13).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Birmingham to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Birmingham to Chicago on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Birmingham to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,213.
What’s the fastest layover option from Birmingham to Chicago?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Birmingham to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 50m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Birmingham to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dublin (DUB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 48m.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham to Chicago, you should look to book at least 63 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.
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$754 | Average$832 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |