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Cheapest round-trip
$635
Typical prices: $802-$1,059
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Sun 10/14Sun 10/21
BHX - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$594
Typical prices: $710-$944
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Thu 10/4
BHX - ORD • 3 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 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $567 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 10h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Chicago (BHX-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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8:25 am - 12:40 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:00 pm - 11:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
23h 55m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Madrid Barajas
$635Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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8:25 am - 12:40 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:00 pm - 11:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
23h 55m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Madrid Barajas
$637Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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8:20 am - 6:20 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 00m1 stop Dublin
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3:55 pm - 8:10 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 15m1 stop Dublin
$679Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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12:00 pm - 7:15 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 15m1 stop Dublin
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4:55 pm - 8:10 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 15m1 stop Dublin
$695Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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8:30 am - 2:00 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 30m1 stop Dublin
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3:45 pm - 7:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 10m1 stop Dublin
$699Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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12:00 pm - 7:15 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 15m1 stop Dublin
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3:45 pm - 7:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 10m1 stop Dublin
$704Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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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 - 12:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 50m1 stop Dublin
$720Aer Lingus
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 30
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1:20 pm - 6:25 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 05m1 stop Dublin
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8:10 pm - 12:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 40m1 stop Dublin
$720Aer Lingus
Sun, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 20
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7:10 pm - 4:45 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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7:15 pm - 6:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
17h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$723Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:55 am - 2:15 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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6:25 pm - 9:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
20h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$723Multiple Airlines
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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 from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

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

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

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $711 round-trip.
  • August ($1,152) and July ($1,109) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 18% 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

$594
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Your Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Dublin (DUB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 15%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $850 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $993: a $143 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% above the route average of $903. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 0h 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 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $854, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 52m, compared with 11h 21m via Dublin (DUB) and 13h 26m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • 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 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
    · Dollar
    · Ace

  • 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 $802 to $1,059, with an average of $903 over the past 12 months. Anything below $802 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $850 - about $143 less than Sunday (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 18% 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 November. Fares historically average $711 round-trip in that month - typically $441 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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