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Cheapest return flight
£509
Typical prices: £614-£804
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/12Thu 13/12
BHX - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£314
Typical prices: £571-£744
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/12
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 £436 (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

Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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08:35 - 17:20BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 45m2 stops Dublin Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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18:30 - 13:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
12h 50m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin
£509Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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19:10 - 16:45BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:10 - 18:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
17h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£550Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 9 May
KLM Logo
17:40 - 14:25BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:05 - 08:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£615KLM
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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08:20 - 14:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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20:05 - 16:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
14h 25m1 stop Dublin
£629Aer Lingus
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
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08:20 - 18:20BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 00m1 stop Dublin
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15:55 - 10:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
12h 55m1 stop Dublin
£656Aer Lingus
Thu, 4 Feb - Thu, 11 Feb
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09:25 - 14:25BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:25 - 08:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
10h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£732Virgin Atlantic
Sun, 20 Dec - Sat, 16 Jan
KLM Logo
20:45 - 14:25BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:25 - 09:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
11h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£858KLM
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 20 Dec
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08:20 - 14:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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20:05 - 16:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
14h 25m1 stop Dublin
£989British Airways
Tue, 22 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:45 - 16:53BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 08m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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09:59 - 08:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
16h 36m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,090Virgin Atlantic
Fri, 12 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
British Airways Logo
08:20 - 14:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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16:55 - 07:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
9h 55m1 stop Dublin
£2,677British 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 £703 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 £610 return.
•August (£860) and July (£815) 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

£314
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
    • Business 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 £614 to £804, with an average of £695 over the past 12 months. Anything below £614 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 £695 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Chicago are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £652.

  • 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 £47:

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

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) – daily rates from around £62:

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

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) – daily rates from around £61:

    • 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 £656 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £759, 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 £656, 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 £610 return in that month – typically £250 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 Chicago Midway Airport

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