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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $368-$624
American Airlines
Fri 11/16Sun 11/18
ORD - BHM • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $368-$617
American Airlines
Mon 12/3Fri 12/7
ORD - BHM • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 03m
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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December
Cheapest • 20% price drop
March
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Top layover airports
Tampa (TPA)
Cheapest • Avg $352 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham (ORD-BHM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 11:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
1h 59mnonstop
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6:22 am - 9:00 amBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 38mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 11:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
2h 02mnonstop
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6:29 am - 8:59 amBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 30mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 2:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
1h 55mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
2:36 pm - 5:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 29mnonstop
$257United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 1:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
2h 02mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 8:59 amBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 30mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
American Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 12:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
2h 08mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 8:59 amBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 30mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
Delta Logo
1:55 pm - 8:41 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
6h 46m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 10:29 amBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 14m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$277Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 11:43 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
3h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:06 pm - 11:57 pmBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 9:22 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
3h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:57 pm - 8:56 pmBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 11:38 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
2h 03mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 4:25 pmBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 25mnonstop
$295United Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 1:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHM Birmingham
2h 10mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 8:38 pmBHM  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 23mnonstop
$355United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham start at $257. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $368 to $624. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham at $369 round-trip.
  • July ($573) and February ($565) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Birmingham

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Birmingham. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Birmingham (BHM).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $352 round-trip via Tampa (TPA), compared to $459 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Tampa (TPA) - 22% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 40%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $366 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $609: a $243 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 40%, afternoon flights for 20%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Birmingham?

    Some of the most popular sights in Birmingham are UAB Hospital Jefferson Tower, University of Alabama at Birmingham and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center. These are among the most viewed places in Birmingham on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:14 am and lands at 12:17 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:05 pm and lands at 12:08 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 03m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 44% above the route average of $462. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham takes 2h 03m, covering 585 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 56% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 19m, compared with 5h 17m via Tampa (TPA) and 6h 22m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What car rental options are available at Birmingham Airport (BHM)?

    Birmingham Airport (BHM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham range from $368 to $624, with an average of $462 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $366 - about $243 less than Monday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham trip for December. Fares historically average $369 round-trip in that month - typically $204 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Tampa Airport (TPA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $352 round-trip on this route - about $107 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Birmingham Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport By IHG
    - Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport
    - Relax Inn Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Birmingham?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Birmingham

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

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