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Cheapest round-trip
$622
Typical prices: $822-$1,078
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Sun 11/18Sat 11/24
BHX - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$384
Typical prices: $765-$996
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Wed 11/7
BHX - ORD • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $584 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 10h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Chicago (BHX-ORD)

 

Cheap flights from Birmingham to Chicago with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24
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8:35 am - 6:20 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 45m1 stop Dublin
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8:05 pm - 9:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 45m1 stop Dublin
$622Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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8:20 am - 2:10 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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3:55 pm - 10:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
12h 55m1 stop Dublin
$626Aer Lingus
Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 21
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6:20 am - 2:10 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 50m1 stop Dublin
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3:55 pm - 7:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
9h 55m1 stop Dublin
$626Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30
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6:05 am - 2:10 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 05m1 stop Dublin
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3:55 pm - 7:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
9h 50m1 stop Dublin
$629Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:10 am - 5:20 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 10m2 stops Dublin Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 9:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
21h 20m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin
$633Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:20 am - 2:10 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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8:05 pm - 7:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
17h 25m1 stop Dublin
$645Aer Lingus
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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6:05 am - 5:20 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 15m2 stops Dublin Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 5:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
17h 25m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin
$645Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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8:20 am - 5:20 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 00m2 stops Dublin Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 9:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
21h 20m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin
$658Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 25
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8:45 am - 6:20 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 35m1 stop Dublin
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3:55 pm - 4:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
18h 30m1 stop Dublin
$661Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:10 am - 5:20 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 10m2 stops Dublin Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 8:35 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
32h 05m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin Amsterdam Schiphol
$669Multiple Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $817 round-trip.
•August ($1,152) and July ($1,115) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$384
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 3,860 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $822 to $1,078, with an average of $928 over the past 12 months. Anything below $822 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $928 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $622 to $5,530. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $425, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Birmingham (BHX) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dublin (DUB) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $878 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,017, a difference of $139.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 53m, compared with 11h 25m via Dublin (DUB) and 13h 28m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 6 hours behind Birmingham (Central Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $878, about $139 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $817 round-trip in that month - typically $335 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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