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Cheapest return flight
£464
Typical prices: £617-£807
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Fri 2/11Fri 9/11
BHX - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£288
Typical prices: £574-£747
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/11
BHX - ORD • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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BHX - ORD
Cheapest • 1% average savings
BHX - MDW
Most popular
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers 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 stopover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg £438 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 10h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Chicago (BHX-CHI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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08:00 - 14:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 10m1 stop Dublin
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15:55 - 07:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
9h 50m1 stop Dublin
£464Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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08:00 - 14:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 10m1 stop Dublin
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20:05 - 17:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
15h 50m1 stop Dublin
£465Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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08:35 - 18:20BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 45m1 stop Dublin
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20:05 - 21:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 45m1 stop Dublin
£467Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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08:20 - 14:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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15:55 - 10:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
12h 55m1 stop Dublin
£470Aer Lingus
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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08:20 - 14:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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20:05 - 19:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
17h 25m1 stop Dublin
£484Aer Lingus
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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20:45 - 14:25BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:05 - 12:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
13h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
£604KLM
Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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09:25 - 14:25BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:05 - 12:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
13h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
£605KLM
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
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06:00 - 14:25BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:45 - 21:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
20h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£693Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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08:30 - 18:45BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 15m2 stops Aberdeen Dyce London Heathrow
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21:50 - 19:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
15h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Aberdeen Dyce
£1,354British Airways
Thu, 29 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov
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19:40 - 16:25BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 45m2 stops Belfast City London Heathrow
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21:50 - 19:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
15h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Aberdeen Dyce
£1,793British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Birmingham to Chicago flights

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

What is the cheapest Birmingham to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Birmingham to Chicago routes. They average around £706 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Chicago?

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. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Chicago?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Chicago at £613 return.
•August (£864) and July (£818) 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 the cheapest?

Flights from Birmingham to Chicago 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 flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£288
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in traveller numbers.
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 flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Birmingham to Chicago:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

    A direct flight from Birmingham to Chicago takes 00m, covering 3,854 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Chicago?

    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 flight?

    Return flights from Birmingham to Chicago range from £617 to £807, with an average of £698 over the past 12 months. Anything below £617 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Birmingham to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the £698 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £464 to £4,308. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £808, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) – daily rates from around £13:

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

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) – daily rates from around £24:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) – daily rates from around £21:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Chicago?

    Flights from Birmingham to Chicago usually depart from Birmingham (BHX) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Chicago 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?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Birmingham to Chicago. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £659 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £763, a difference of £104.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Birmingham to Chicago?

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

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Chicago?

    Chicago 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?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and United Center. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Chicago 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 £659, about £104 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 trip for February. Fares historically average £613 return in that month – typically £251 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Skylark Motel

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