How many flights depart from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama on average per week?

As of October 2026, 62 flights take off from Illinois and land in Birmingham, Alabama each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 23% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Birmingham?

United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Birmingham

What airlines fly to Birmingham, Alabama?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Birmingham, Alabama from Illinois according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Birmingham, Alabama. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Birmingham, Alabama on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama on average per day?

As of October 2026, 8 flights take off from Illinois and land in Birmingham, Alabama each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00PM, with 59% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How long does it take to fly to Birmingham, Alabama?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Illinois, such as Chicago or Moline, and flying into Birmingham, Alabama, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 45m and 4h 55m, respectively.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Birmingham Airport?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Birmingham Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Birmingham Airport?

As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Birmingham Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Birmingham Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Illinois to Birmingham Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Birmingham Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Birmingham Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Birmingham Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:04 am - 3:48 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

7h 44m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

9:08 pm - 3:37 pmBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$243Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

11:30 am - 1:10 pmMDW Chicago Midway-BHM Birmingham

1h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:15 pmBHM Birmingham-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 45mnonstop

$257Southwest

Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Oct 29

10:05 pm - 12:13 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

2h 08mnonstop

6:29 am - 8:59 amBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 30mnonstop

$257American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

10:54 am - 1:11 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

2h 17mnonstop

6:32 am - 9:08 amBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 36mnonstop

$257American Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Sat, Jan 30

3:41 pm - 5:39 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

1h 58mnonstop

1:15 pm - 3:30 pmBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 15mnonstop

$257United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

10:29 am - 12:27 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

1h 58mnonstop

6:21 pm - 8:36 pmBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 15mnonstop

$257United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9

7:55 am - 9:45 amMDW Chicago Midway-BHM Birmingham

1h 50mnonstop

3:15 pm - 5:05 pmBHM Birmingham-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 50mnonstop

$257Southwest

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

8:00 am - 3:48 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

7h 48m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

9:08 pm - 12:51 pmBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 43m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$271Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

6:04 am - 11:43 amMDW Chicago Midway-BHM Birmingham

5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:15 am - 12:47 pmBHM Birmingham-MDW Chicago Midway

6h 32m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$277Delta

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

4:19 pm - 8:07 pmMDW Chicago Midway-BHM Birmingham

3h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:23 pm - 10:54 pmBHM Birmingham-MDW Chicago Midway

5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$277Delta

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9

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8:25 am - 2:01 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-BHM Birmingham

5h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:05 am - 12:37 pmBHM Birmingham-MLI Moline Quad-City

5h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$399United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

11:21 am - 8:33 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-BHM Birmingham

9h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:29 am - 10:51 amBHM Birmingham-MLI Moline Quad-City

4h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$404American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

6:00 am - 2:55 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-BHM Birmingham

8h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

3:09 pm - 12:11 amBHM Birmingham-MLI Moline Quad-City

9h 02m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$409American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

9:35 pm - 11:38 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

2h 03mnonstop

7:05 am - 9:30 amBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 25mnonstop

$533United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 8

6:10 pm - 7:55 pmMDW Chicago Midway-BHM Birmingham

1h 45mnonstop

5:00 am - 6:50 amBHM Birmingham-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 50mnonstop

$544Southwest

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

6:10 pm - 7:55 pmMDW Chicago Midway-BHM Birmingham

1h 45mnonstop

3:25 pm - 5:10 pmBHM Birmingham-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 45mnonstop

$549Southwest

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7

10:44 am - 4:01 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

5h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:26 am - 4:32 pmBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 06m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$564Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

5:06 pm - 11:03 pmMDW Chicago Midway-BHM Birmingham

5h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:18 am - 10:03 amBHM Birmingham-MDW Chicago Midway

4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$582Delta

Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 8

12:56 pm - 3:48 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

50h 52m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Fort Lauderdale

9:08 pm - 3:20 pmBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 12m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$597Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5

10:26 am - 8:28 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham

34h 02m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Raleigh-Durham

9:08 pm - 3:30 pmBHM Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 22m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$656Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

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American Airlines flights from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama

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American Airlines

Nov 7

ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 22m

1 stop

BHM5:09 pmBirmingham

Nov 9

BHM6:22 amBirmingham

2h 38m

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$267

American Airlines

Oct 29

ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 53m

1 stop

BHM9:53 amBirmingham

Nov 2

BHM1:02 pmBirmingham

2h 33m

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$268

American Airlines

Nov 6

ORD6:41 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 29m

1 stop

BHM12:10 pmBirmingham

Nov 9

BHM1:02 pmBirmingham

2h 33m

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$286

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama

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United Airlines

Nov 7

ORD10:29 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 58m

BHM12:27 pmBirmingham

Nov 9

BHM6:21 pmBirmingham

2h 15m

ORD8:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$257

United Airlines

Nov 6

ORD9:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 00m

BHM11:30 pmBirmingham

Nov 9

BHM1:15 pmBirmingham

2h 15m

ORD3:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$276

United Airlines

Feb 11

ORD9:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 04m

BHM11:34 pmBirmingham

Feb 15

BHM7:05 amBirmingham

2h 09m

ORD9:14 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$311

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3:30 pm-5:15 pm

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHM Birmingham

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10:05 pm-12:13 am

Nonstop2h 08m

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6:29 am-8:59 am

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10:54 am-1:11 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

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6:32 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 36m

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHM Birmingham

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Tue 10/27

3:41 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

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Tue 11/3

1:15 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$257

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHM Birmingham

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Sat 11/7

10:29 am-12:27 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Birmingham

Mon 11/9

6:21 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$257

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MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

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Sat 11/14

7:55 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Birmingham

Tue 11/17

3:15 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$257

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHM Birmingham

ORDBHM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/6

8:00 am-3:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Birmingham

Mon 11/9

9:08 pm-12:51 pm

2 stops15h 43m

$271

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MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

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Thu 10/29

6:04 am-11:43 am

1 stop5h 39m

Birmingham

Mon 11/2

6:15 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$277

ChicagoBirmingham

MDW Chicago Midway - BHM Birmingham

MDWBHM

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/7

4:19 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop3h 48m

Birmingham

Mon 11/9

5:23 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$277

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Birmingham, Alabama?

In general, December is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $403. If you are unable to visit Birmingham, Alabama during the month of December, then departing from Illinois during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $428.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Birmingham, Alabama?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Birmingham, Alabama from Illinois is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $374. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to Birmingham, Alabama is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $605.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Birmingham, Alabama?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama when you can find flight prices for as low as $435. Flying to Birmingham, Alabama in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Birmingham, Alabama is in the afternoon when prices are around $553.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Birmingham flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Birmingham, Alabama from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Birmingham, Alabama for around $493 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Birmingham, Alabama from Illinois for as low as $309 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama flight.

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Best Price Found	$127
Fastest flight time	1h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Birmingham, Alabama	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Birmingham, Alabama from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $127. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $243.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama takes 1h 40m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama every day.

There is 1 airport in Birmingham, Alabama. From Illinois there are direct flights to Birmingham (BHM).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Birmingham Airport?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Birmingham Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Birmingham Airport?
As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Birmingham Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Birmingham Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Illinois to Birmingham Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Birmingham Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Birmingham Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Birmingham Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Illinois and Birmingham, Alabama, the leading plane model is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550, making up 37.61% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 with 29.13%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) with 11.01%, and Embraer 170 with 7.80%.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,124 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,631 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $291	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,215 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $318	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,280 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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