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Cheapest round-trip
$731
Typical prices: $794-$1,214
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Fri 10/12Fri 10/19
ORD - BHX • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$338
Typical prices: $432-$571
Lufthansa
Fri 12/7
ORD - BHX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Birmingham. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 29% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg $419 (round-trip)
Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF)
Shortest trip • 9h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Birmingham (ORD-BHX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Birmingham

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:45 am - 11:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
20h 45m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat
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10:00 am - 12:35 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 35m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Zurich
$731Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
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11:05 am - 11:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
18h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat
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4:55 pm - 2:10 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 15m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Frankfurt am Main
$760Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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11:05 am - 5:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
24h 50m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat
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12:10 pm - 12:35 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 25m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Zurich
$766Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:15 pm - 9:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
20h 00m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Dublin
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11:45 am - 4:10 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 25m3 stops Dublin Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
$773Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:05 pm - 12:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 50m1 stop Dublin
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12:25 pm - 3:30 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
57h 05m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$778Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:15 pm - 6:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
17h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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7:10 pm - 5:45 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$782Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:05 am - 4:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
23h 45m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat
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4:15 pm - 2:10 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 55m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Frankfurt am Main
$787Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:15 pm - 8:35 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
31h 20m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:30 pm - 4:10 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 40m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
$790Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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3:45 pm - 7:40 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
9h 55m1 stop Dublin
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12:20 pm - 7:15 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 55m1 stop Dublin
$994Aer Lingus
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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9:00 pm - 7:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
16h 55m1 stop Dublin
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8:10 am - 2:00 pmBHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
$1,025Aer Lingus
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham with more confidence.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham, it is 25% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham at $690 round-trip.
  • May ($1,225) and June ($1,202) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$338
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham

When to book flights from Chicago to Birmingham

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Dublin (DUB) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 3% 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $729 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,185, a difference of $456. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Birmingham?

    Some of the most popular sights in Birmingham are University of Birmingham, Utilita Arena Birmingham and Broad Street. These are among the most viewed places in Birmingham on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 41% above the route average of $966. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham takes 0h 00m, covering 3,860 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham 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 $731 to $1,680. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $407, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 49m, compared with 11h 11m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 11h 33m via Dublin (DUB).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Birmingham Airport (BHX)?

    Birmingham Airport (BHX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $9 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · DRIVALIA
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Wheego
    · Alamo
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham range from $794 to $1,214, with an average of $966 over the past 12 months. Anything below $794 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham 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 Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $729 - about $456 less than Thursday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Birmingham trip for September. Fares historically average $690 round-trip in that month - typically $535 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Birmingham Airport.
    - ibis budget Birmingham Airport - NEC
    - Crowne Plaza Birmingham NEC
    - ibis Birmingham International Airport - NEC

Everything you need to know for your flight from Chicago to Birmingham

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Chicago (ORD)
Birmingham (BHX)