$91 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Birmingham (BHM)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Birmingham (ORD-BHM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $91 for one-way flights and $181 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 24
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$181 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $181 found 3 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 24
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$181 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $181 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 20
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$183 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $183 found 10 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$184 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $184 found 20 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 24
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$184 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $184 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$191 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $191 found 4 days ago
Delta
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 20
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$193 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $193 found 10 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$193 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $193 found 20 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 18
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$194 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $194 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
ORD
Chicago
BHM
Birmingham
$207 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Chicago to Birmingham, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $207 found 3 hours ago

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Select flight to Birmingham Intl. BHM. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 8 minutes. Flights from $325
BHM
Birmingham Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center8 min
Flights from $325
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Birmingham (BHM)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Birmingham Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$181
Distance
584 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 3 mins

Chicago to Birmingham Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Birmingham

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Birmingham are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Birmingham with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Birmingham

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Birmingham: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Birmingham

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Birmingham in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $91 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Birmingham flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Birmingham airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) cost?
Score cheap return flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) starting from $181. Book a seat and be on your way. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United and Southwest Airlines flight leaving ORD on August 18 2025 and touching down at BHM. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to BHM?
The cheapest flights from ORD to BHM are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
Take a nonstop flight with United Airlines and journey straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to BHM?
Book a flight from ORD to BHM with American Airlines. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting at $91. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on September 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
When taking off from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you'll have your pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
The 7 PM departures from ORD to BHM see the highest demand. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to BHM?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)'s first flight to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) departs at approximately 9:40AM UTC-6. With a total travel time of 2h 6m, you'll arrive at around 11:46AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
The average flight duration from ORD to BHM is 2 hours and 6 minutes, covering a total distance of 590 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to BHM?
With 84% of journeys usually landing on time, Alaska Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM). To keep track of your flight status and get notified if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
Opt for a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Birmingham from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Browse your flight options from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM). This is the only airport in Birmingham you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from ORD to BHM are typically more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to land a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to BHM flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an ORD to BHM flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
If you booked your ORD to BHM flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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