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$125+ 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BHM
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/248:25 pmMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Thu 1/17:20 amBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Thu 12/257:47 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/102:00 pmBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/254:25 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/107:00 amBHM - ORD
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/254:25 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:34 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/244:25 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/276:00 amBHM - ORD
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/258:25 pmMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Sun 12/285:00 pmBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/294:10 pmORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/68:00 amBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$380
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/318:25 pmMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:00 pmBHM - MDW
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$394
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/251:45 pmORD - BHM
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/1010:10 amBHM - ORD
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$400
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/257:11 amORD - BHM
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/276:00 amBHM - ORD
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$414
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/307:45 amMDW - BHM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Wed 12/311:30 pmBHM - MDW
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3010:55 amORD - BHM
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/31:48 pmBHM - ORD
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$469

Find flight deals from Chicago to Tuscaloosa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Tuscaloosa flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(United Airlines)

Popular in

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July

Average price

$429
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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 December 16, 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

Sat 1/17

4:25 pm-6:26 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Birmingham

Tue 1/20

9:10 am-11:34 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$249

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

6:39 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Birmingham

Wed 1/21

10:56 am-1:09 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$263

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/13

6:45 am-10:33 am

1 stop3h 48m

Birmingham

Tue 1/20

6:00 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$271

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

11:55 am-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Birmingham

Wed 1/21

6:10 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$273

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/13

2:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Birmingham

Tue 1/20

5:45 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 50m

$276

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/25

10:05 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Birmingham

Sat 2/28

5:00 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$282

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

7:50 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Birmingham

Mon 1/19

7:30 am-9:54 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$291

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

5:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 45m

Birmingham

Sat 1/31

9:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$292

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW - BHM

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/25

12:46 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Birmingham

Sat 2/28

11:02 am-3:21 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$292

ChicagoBirmingham

ORD - BHM

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

2:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Birmingham

Sat 2/28

6:40 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$292

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tuscaloosa from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa

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 December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa is 57 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa (average of $162). Flying from Chicago to Tuscaloosa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 December 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Tuscaloosa in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Tuscaloosa flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 16, 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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Tuscaloosa in 2h 01m. Fly via United Airlines, American Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 585 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Tuscaloosa are American Airlines (84%), Republic Airways (82%) and Envoy Air (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa? While on average our users pay $316, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $124. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Birmingham), is priced around $291.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

    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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tuscaloosa (average of $162). Flying from Chicago to Tuscaloosa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 Chicago to Tuscaloosa

Discover the top 4 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$241Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$269Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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