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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham Airport to Chicago? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $579. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chicago.$421 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Birmingham on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $421, select.

Chicago.$468 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Birmingham on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $468, select.

Chicago.$470 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Birmingham on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $470, select.

Chicago.$514 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Birmingham on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $514, select.

Chicago.$576 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Birmingham on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $576, select.

Chicago.$579 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Birmingham on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $579, select.

Chicago.$579 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Birmingham on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $579, select.

Chicago.$579 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Birmingham on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $579, select.

Chicago.$590 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Birmingham on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $590, select.

Chicago.$591 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Birmingham on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $591, select.

Chicago.$668 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Birmingham on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.

Chicago.$668 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Birmingham on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.

Chicago.$677 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Birmingham on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $677, select.

Chicago.$719 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Sun, 14 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Birmingham on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $719, select.

Chicago.$840 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Birmingham on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $840, select.

Chicago.$845 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Sun, 14 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Birmingham on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $845, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Birmingham to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$421
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	2 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	384

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Chicago?

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.

How much are return flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Chicago is $420. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Birmingham to Chicago?

2 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Birmingham to Chicago.

Which airlines fly direct from Birmingham to Chicago?

American Airlines, Envoy Air and Qatar Airways fly direct from Birmingham to Chicago.

How many flights are there a week from Birmingham to Chicago?

As of June 2026, there are 384 flights per week flying from Birmingham to Chicago.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Chicago is usually August.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Chicago?

If you're flying from Birmingham Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from $420.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Chicago on Tuesday, 11 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 7 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chicago?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Chicago?

In June, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham Airport to Chicago with?

Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Chicago: what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Birmingham (the location of Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport).
With 36 flights a week between the two airports, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from BHM to ORD is with American Airlines at 17:00.
Leave plenty of time to make your BHM to Chicago flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago tickets are available for booking. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is where you'll step off the plane.
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago include:
BHM is about 6 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near BHM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Chicago

$211 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $420. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book four months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BHM to Chicago.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Locking in a cheap flight from BHM to Chicago is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BHM to Chicago can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

After your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
After stepping off your BHM to Chicago flight, rest your head at a hotel close to MDW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 145 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago.
The journey takes around 2 hours when travelling on public transport.
Check in to a hotel near RFD and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late BHM to Chicago flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from RFD a few weeks in advance of your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago. A little planning can save you money.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

January is the quietest month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BHM to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.

More about Chicago

After booking your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Willis Tower.

Explore more of the United States

Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.