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$91+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Tuscaloosa, AL

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BHM
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Tuscaloosa

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Round-trip from

$183
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$91
(FlightHub)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$499
From Chicago (CHI) to Tuscaloosa
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Tuscaloosa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:05 amORD - BHM
1 stop10h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/1511:28 amBHM - ORD
1 stop11h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$183
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:05 amORD - BHM
1 stop10h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2211:28 amBHM - ORD
1 stop6h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/107:35 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/179:25 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/96:00 pmMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Tue 9/167:10 amBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/228:09 amORD - BHM
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/276:33 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/68:15 amMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Tue 9/97:10 amBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$203
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 10/25:05 amORD - BHM
1 stop10h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/611:39 amBHM - ORD
1 stop12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/109:25 amORD - BHM
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Wed 9/176:15 amBHM - ORD
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/13$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/96:17 pmMDW - BHM
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Tue 9/166:15 amBHM - MDW
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 8/12$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/137:35 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/209:25 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/138:15 amMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Sat 9/206:40 amBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/272:04 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/46:32 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$219

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa that are best for you.

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ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

5:05 am-3:36 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Birmingham

Mon 9/15

11:28 am-10:48 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$183

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

5:05 am-3:36 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Birmingham

Mon 9/22

11:28 am-5:39 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$185

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

7:35 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Birmingham

Wed 9/17

9:25 am-11:49 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$189

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

7:51 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Birmingham

Wed 9/17

4:33 pm-6:54 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$189

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/9

6:00 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Birmingham

Tue 9/16

7:10 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$189

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

8:09 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 56m

Birmingham

Mon 10/27

6:33 am-8:54 am

Nonstop2h 21m

$203

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/16

6:00 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Birmingham

Mon 9/22

6:45 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$203

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

8:50 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Birmingham

Tue 10/21

5:00 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$203

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/6

8:15 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Birmingham

Tue 9/9

7:10 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$203

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

3:48 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Birmingham

Tue 9/9

6:32 am-8:49 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$203

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa (average of $376). Flying from Chicago to Tuscaloosa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $457). 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 CHI to TS9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Tuscaloosa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tuscaloosa

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tuscaloosa. 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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to TS9 are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Tuscaloosa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tuscaloosa. 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 Tuscaloosa. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Tuscaloosa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Tuscaloosa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $91. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Tuscaloosa for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Tuscaloosa are Republic Airways (94%), American Airlines (76%) and Air Canada (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa? While on average our users pay $355, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $90. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Birmingham), is priced around $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Tuscaloosa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Tuscaloosa 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 Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa (average of $376). Flying from Chicago to Tuscaloosa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $457). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Tuscaloosa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$181Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$214Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$241Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$269Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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