Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Chicago from $124

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Birmingham to Chicago (BHM-CHI)?

  Based on Trip.com data, American Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $129 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. BHM to ORD on Tue, Dec 1), while American Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $257 departing on Tue, Dec 1 and returning on Thu, Dec 3.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Birmingham to Chicago with the following airlines, including: American Airlines United Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Birmingham (BHM) to Chicago (CHI) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 2 hours 16 minutes to fly from Birmingham (BHM) to Chicago (CHI).

• When is the best time to book flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Birmingham to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 29 flight per week flying from Birmingham to Chicago. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: American Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AA6256 (13:12) United Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UA4651 (07:52)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

  To find best deals on flights from Birmingham to Chicago, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Dec 1, with one-way flights priced at just $129.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is American Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chicago travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Birmingham (BHM) to Chicago (CHI) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Birmingham to Chicago is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Birmingham to Chicago on?

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham to Chicago on October 24, 2026 with American Airlines, with prices starting at $256.

• Which airports can I fly into Chicago from Birmingham?

  You can arrive at any of the following airports in Chicago: O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport (BHM-ORD) are by far the most popular option for this route.

• Is there any time difference between Birmingham and Chicago?

  The time difference between Chicago and Birmingham is 0m.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Birmingham to Chicago?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Birmingham to Chicago is $252. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Birmingham to Chicago is $499. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Birmingham to Chicago on Trip.com?

  Enter Birmingham and Chicago, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.