Cheap Flights from Chicago Midway to Birmingham

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Flight deals from Chicago Midway to Birmingham

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $491. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway to Birmingham

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

Direct flights from Chicago Midway to Birmingham

Chicago Midway to Birmingham: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago Midway to Birmingham below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Birmingham.

Chicago to Birmingham: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$474
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 44 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Chicago Midway to Birmingham: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago Midway to Birmingham is $474. 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.
1 hour and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago Midway to Birmingham.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Chicago Midway to Birmingham.
As of June 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Chicago Midway to Birmingham.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway to Birmingham is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 minutes.
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 Birmingham 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Birmingham is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Birmingham.

Flying from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Birmingham Airport (BHM): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Take your pick of five weekly Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport flights. The 06:35 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:40.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MDW to BHM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Birmingham (and perhaps some other great parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • Southwest Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for MDW to BHM flights, with 82.66% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between MDW and BHM:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas Airport

    • Kansas City International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Birmingham Airport (BHM)

  • $212 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. A return flight starts at $474. These fares can change based on availability.

  • It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MDW to BHM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MDW to BHM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

  • MDW's address is 5700 South Cicero.

  • 76% of flights that depart Chicago Midway Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Chicago Midway Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MDW:

Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHM)

When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHM)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Birmingham. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Birmingham Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MDW to BHM in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC then.

Explore more of the United States

  • Birmingham has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres north-west of Birmingham, a trip to Memphis will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum.

  • Next up? Set off for New South Memphis. It's around 338 kilometres north-west of Birmingham and is known for highlights like Big River Crossing.

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