Cheap flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago from $79
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Birmingham, Alabama and Chicago?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Birmingham, Alabama, with most prices found around $274. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago during October average around $322.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $435. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago for around $636.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago during this time can be as low as $290. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $887.
What is the cheapest Birmingham to Chicago flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Birmingham, Alabama when booking 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $382 when searching 7 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Birmingham, Alabama for as low as $287 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Birmingham to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Birmingham to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Birmingham to Chicago?
Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Birmingham to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Birmingham, Alabama according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago on average per day?
As of June 2025, there are 15 flights per day flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 54% of flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago on average per week?
The number of flights available between Birmingham, Alabama and Chicago is 107 per week as of June 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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How far is Birmingham to Chicago by plane?
There are 579.0 mi between Birmingham and Chicago. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago is 4 as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Birmingham Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Birmingham, Alabama and Chicago, the leading plane model is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550, making up 25.62% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Embraer 170 with 17.45%, Embraer 175 with 11.08%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 10.53%.
What is the most popular airline from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago is American Airlines (45% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (26%), Southwest (23%), and Delta (5%).
Best airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PriceFrom $161 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $176 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,946 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $271 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $278 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago
Across 10 Southwest flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago this week, the average price was $375, with the best Southwest deals starting from $278 round-trip. 4,287 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago
The best United Airlines deal for Birmingham, Alabama to Chicago flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $271, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $458 round-trip. United Airlines operates 14 flights out of Birmingham, Alabama into Chicago in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 8,790 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.
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It is quick and easy to find Birmingham to Chicago flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Chicago that suits you.
Can I find flights from Birmingham to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chicago from Birmingham which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from Birmingham to Chicago?
Once you have performed a search for Birmingham to Chicago flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Chicago, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Chicago from Birmingham and alert you when they change.