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$50+ Cheap flights from Alabama to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CHI
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Alabama (USAL) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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$71
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$50
(Frontier)
From Alabama to Chicago (CHI)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:25 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Thu 1/234:41 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/258:15 pmATL - MDW
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Tue 12/312:20 pmMDW - ATL
Nonstop2h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:25 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/81:24 pmORD - ATL
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$117
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/315:20 amATL - ORD
1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/51:24 pmORD - ATL
1 stop10h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/318:25 amATL - MDW
Nonstop1h 58mDelta
Sat 1/46:00 amMDW - ATL
Nonstop1h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/17$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/264:55 pmATL - ORD
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Sat 1/115:55 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/19$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/241:27 pmCHA - ORD
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Sat 1/47:05 amORD - CHA
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/17$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:47 amPNS - ORD
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Wed 1/85:45 amORD - PNS
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/19$273
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2710:35 amATL - ORD
1 stop3h 20mDenver Air Connection
Wed 1/112:40 pmORD - ATL
1 stop20h 20mDenver Air Connection
Deal found 12/18$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/246:50 amCHA - ORD
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/48:05 pmORD - CHA
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Fri 12/208:08 pmCHA - ORD
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/117:00 amORD - CHA
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$288
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:25 amATL - MDW
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Sat 1/47:25 amMDW - ATL
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$306

Find flights from Alabama to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to Chicago 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 December 19, 2024.

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AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 5/3

9:11 pm-10:21 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

6:15 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$70

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/15

10:30 am-11:47 am

Nonstop2h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/17

8:12 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$71

AtlantaChicago

ATL - MDW

ATLMDW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 1/27

2:43 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/29

8:01 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$72

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/8

1:49 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

12:42 pm-3:53 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$77

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 2/1

12:43 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/15

7:05 am-10:13 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$137

MontgomeryChicago

MGM - ORD

MGMORD

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Wed 1/22

12:42 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

6:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$148

AtlantaChicago

ATL - MDW

ATLMDW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 1/25

2:00 pm-2:53 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/27

12:44 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$157

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 4/25

7:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

8:40 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$177

MontgomeryChicago

MGM - ORD

MGMORD

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Mon 2/10

6:16 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/19

7:05 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 11m

$186

HuntsvilleChicago

HSV - ORD

HSVORD

Huntsville

Thu 1/23

6:49 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

5:40 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$192

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Travel insights for flights from Alabama to Chicago

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Alabama to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 AL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Alabama to Chicago as you normally would.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Alabama to Chicago, such as Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Alabama to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    $50 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $51 and $69, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Alabama to Chicago is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago Midway or Birmingham - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Alabama to Chicago consider choosing Aer Lingus (94%), Qatar Airways (92%) or Envoy Air (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Alabama to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Alabama to Chicago? While on average our users pay $870, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $209. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $70.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Alabama to Chicago 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 Alabama to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Alabama to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 Alabama to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to Chicago. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$131Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$167Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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