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$34+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Alabama

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CHI — BHM
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mar. 2/25
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Alabama

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$71
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$35
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$460

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Alabama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Alabama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 4/65:09 pmMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
mié. 4/912:33 pmATL - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$71
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jue. 3/276:25 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/27:34 amATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$71
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/25:47 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 06mFrontier
vie. 4/187:00 amATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$72
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mar. 4/16:25 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
mar. 4/153:29 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$79
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mar. 3/255:15 pmORD - HSV
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
mié. 3/267:00 amHSV - ORD
Nonstop2h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$157
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mar. 3/255:45 amORD - HSV
1 stop4h 43mDelta
mié. 3/261:32 pmHSV - ORD
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 2/20$177
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mié. 3/122:55 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop1h 53mDelta
mié. 3/1912:40 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mDelta
Deal found 2/20$177
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dom. 4/67:20 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
mié. 4/98:30 amATL - MDW
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$181
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mar. 3/185:45 amORD - MGM
1 stop5h 30mDelta
mié. 3/199:20 amMGM - ORD
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 2/20$186
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vie. 4/45:56 pmORD - HSV
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
lun. 4/76:12 pmHSV - ORD
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/114:04 pmORD - MGM
2 stops7h 35mAmerican Airlines
mié. 3/196:46 amMGM - ORD
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$212
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jue. 4/244:45 pmORD - CHA
1 stop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
dom. 4/275:00 amCHA - ORD
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$214

Find flights from Chicago to Alabama within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Alabama that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Alabama

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoAtlanta

MDW - ATL

MDWATL

Chicago Midway

dom. 4/6

5:09 pm-8:13 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 4/9

12:33 pm-1:31 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$71

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/27

6:25 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 4/1

7:34 am-8:44 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$71

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/2

5:47 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

vie. 4/18

7:00 am-8:19 am

Nonstop2h 19m

$72

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/1

6:25 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sáb. 4/5

12:42 pm-1:58 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$79

ChicagoHuntsville

ORD - HSV

ORDHSV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/25

5:15 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Huntsville

mié. 3/26

7:00 am-9:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$157

ChicagoAtlanta

MDW - ATL

MDWATL

Chicago Midway

lun. 4/21

6:45 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 4/23

9:35 pm-10:26 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$165

ChicagoHuntsville

ORD - HSV

ORDHSV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/25

5:45 am-10:28 am

1 stop4h 43m

Huntsville

mié. 3/26

1:32 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$177

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/12

2:55 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 3/19

12:40 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$177

ChicagoAtlanta

MDW - ATL

MDWATL

Chicago Midway

dom. 4/6

7:20 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 4/9

8:30 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$181

ChicagoMontgomery

ORD - MGM

ORDMGM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/18

5:45 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 30m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

mié. 3/19

9:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$186

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Alabama

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Alabama including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Alabama?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Alabama (average of $376). Flying from Chicago to Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $463). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to AL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Alabama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Alabama, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Alabama

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Alabama. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USAL are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Alabama by month

Plan your trip to Alabama by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alabama ranges from 3.4 - 5.2 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Alabama when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Alabama by month

Plan your trip to Alabama by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alabama, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Alabama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alabama. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Alabama. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Chicago to Alabama. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Alabama one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $35 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $36 and Delta from $80 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Alabama?

    When deciding which route to take from Chicago to Alabama consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Chicago Midway - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Pensacola as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Alabama?

    Before booking your flight to Alabama from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Alaska Airlines (97%), Envoy Air (90%), Air Canada( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Alabama?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Alabama? While on average our users pay $407, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $162. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), is priced around $42.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Alabama that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Alabama flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Alabama?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Alabama.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Alabama?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Alabama by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Alabama?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Alabama (average of $376). Flying from Chicago to Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $463). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Alabama

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Alabama. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$300Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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