Direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago
7 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from BHM to MDW.
Flight time: about 1h32m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Birmingham local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA464 | 5:12a | 1h29m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA650 | 5:26a | 1h31m | Tue–Wed |
| Southwest SWA1194 | 10:52a | 1h30m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA1194 | 12:12p | 1h32m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA4021 | 3:19p | 1h34m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA450 | 3:48p | 1h34m | Sat |
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The route
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Nonstop from Birmingham (BHM) to Chicago (MDW)
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) has 7 nonstop flights a week to Chicago (MDW), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of BHM and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Birmingham to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from Birmingham (BHM) to Chicago (MDW) takes about 1h32m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to Chicago?
Driving from Birmingham to Chicago takes about 10h, covering roughly 665 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h32m.