Chicago/Waukegan to Birmingham (UGN–BHM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Waukegan to Birmingham
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
615 mi 1h 23m nonstop +1h ahead 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between UGN and BHM, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for UGN to BHM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~5h
Longest
MDW ~3h 42m MKC ~4h 8m IAD ~4h 9m ATL ~4h 28m MCO ~5h 14m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
UGN → BHM
49%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
49%
Return
BHM → UGN
65%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
65%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BHM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Birmingham from Chicago/Waukegan

Nearby airports with service to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
Metric UGN→BHM ORD→BHM MDW→BHM
Distance from UGN – 31 mi 44 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 3
Weekly flights 0 95 15
Flight time 1h 23m 0h 58m 1h 40m
Chicago (ORD) to Birmingham flights · Chicago (MDW) to Birmingham flights
Airports within 200 miles of UGN with service to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Birmingham is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Waukegan.
UGN: CDT · BHM: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Waukegan, it's 7:00 PM in Birmingham.
Distance & Flight Time
615 mi / 990 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 23m.
Facts

UGN–BHM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Waukegan to Birmingham route.
Route details
Distance615 mi / 990 km
Flight time1h 23m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: UGN
Full nameWaukegan National Airport
IATA / ICAOUGN / KUGN
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation727 ft / 222 m
Destination: BHM
Full nameBirmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
IATA / ICAOBHM / KBHM
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr3.2M
Elevation650 ft / 198 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UGN to BHM flights.
Nonstop flights from Waukegan National Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport take approximately 1h 23m. The route covers 615 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, MKC, IAD, ATL and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Birmingham is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Waukegan.
Nearby alternatives include ORD and MDW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from UGN to BHM

Waukegan National Airport (UGN) and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

UGN to BHM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from UGN to BHM ranges from 1 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 615 miles (990 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MDW. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Chicago (MDW).