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$41+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Alabama

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CHI — BHM
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Alabama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Alabama flight deals. Data was last updated April 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$76
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$43
(eDestinos)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$378

Good round-trip deal

$279 or less

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
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From Chicago (CHI) to Alabama
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Alabama
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Alabama.
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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 April 22, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 5/65:48 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 21mFrontier
Fri 5/169:52 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$76
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 5/139:34 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 08mFrontier
Tue 5/208:20 amATL - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$76
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Thu 5/810:00 amORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1012:20 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$84
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Fri 5/164:35 pmORD - ATL
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/197:48 amATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$99
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 6/48:00 amORD - VPS
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/1110:41 amVPS - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$158
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Tue 5/275:30 amORD - ATL
Nonstop1h 59mDelta
Sat 5/317:30 amATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/22$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/216:00 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop1h 57mDelta
Sun 5/258:47 amATL - MDW
Nonstop1h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/21$159
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 5/94:35 pmORD - PNS
1 stop5h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/124:35 pmPNS - ORD
1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$166
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2010:40 amORD - PNS
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/242:13 pmPNS - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$177
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Thu 6/121:50 pmMDW - PNS
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Mon 6/162:25 pmPNS - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/21$177
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Wed 6/41:30 pmORD - VPS
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Tue 6/102:45 pmVPS - ORD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/22$177
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Sat 5/249:20 amMDW - ATL
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Sun 5/254:50 pmATL - MDW
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$186

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Alabama that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Alabama

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

5:48 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/16

9:52 pm-11:11 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$76

ChicagoAtlanta

MDW - ATL

MDWATL

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/13

9:34 am-12:42 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 5/20

8:20 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$76

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

10:00 am-1:06 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 5/10

12:20 pm-1:41 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$84

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

4:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 5/19

7:48 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$99

ChicagoValparaiso

ORD - VPS

ORDVPS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

8:00 am-10:18 am

Nonstop2h 18m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 6/11

10:41 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$158

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/27

5:30 am-8:29 am

Nonstop1h 59m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 5/31

7:30 am-8:35 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$159

ChicagoAtlanta

MDW - ATL

MDWATL

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 57m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 5/25

8:47 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$159

ChicagoPensacola

ORD - PNS

ORDPNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

4:35 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Pensacola

Tue 5/13

4:35 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$162

ChicagoPensacola

ORD - PNS

ORDPNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

10:40 am-1:08 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Pensacola

Sat 5/24

2:13 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$177

ChicagoPensacola

MDW - PNS

MDWPNS

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/12

1:50 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Pensacola

Mon 6/16

2:25 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Alabama

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Alabama

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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 April 22, 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 April 22, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USAL are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 April 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Alabama. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

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 $43 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $45 and Delta from $79 one-way.

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

  • 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: Envoy Air (75%), Qatar Airways (74%), American Airlines( 74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Alabama?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Alabama? While on average our users pay $510, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $126. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), is priced around $70.

  • 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Alabama

Discover the top 5 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$214Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$269Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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