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Cheapest return flight
£513
Typical prices: £595-£786
Multiple Airlines
Wed 14/11Wed 21/11
BHX - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£369
Typical prices: £526-£700
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/9
BHX - ORD • 2 stops
Direct 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 travellers 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 stopover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg £420 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 10h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl (BHX-ORD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl

Fri, 6 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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06:15 - 18:20BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 05m1 stop Dublin
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15:55 - 07:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
9h 45m1 stop Dublin
£479Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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06:45 - 14:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 25m1 stop Dublin
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15:55 - 09:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
11h 05m1 stop Dublin
£513Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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08:30 - 19:15BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 45m1 stop Dublin
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21:00 - 14:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
11h 45m1 stop Dublin
£514Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 22 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 - 16:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
14h 00m1 stop Dublin
£528Aer Lingus
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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13:25 - 18:20BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 55m1 stop Dublin
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20:05 - 16:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
14h 00m1 stop Dublin
£546Aer Lingus
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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05:55 - 14:30BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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06:10 - 08:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
20h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
£553KLM
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
£557KLM
Fri, 2 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct
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06:00 - 15:10BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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17:10 - 17:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
18h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£558Virgin Atlantic
Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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12:20 - 18:20BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 00m1 stop Dublin
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20:05 - 11:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
9h 45m1 stop Dublin
£596British Airways
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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08:20 - 14:36BHX  Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
36h 16m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl
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15:55 - 16:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham
18h 10m1 stop Dublin
£622British Airways
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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 and 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 £527 return.
•August (£854) and July (£823) 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

£369
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to O'Hare Intl 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 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).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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 £630 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £737 – a £106 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 Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and United Center. 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 £670. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct 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.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 £513 to £1,124. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 £467, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 52m, compared to 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.

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

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £13 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?

    Return flights from Birmingham to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from £595 to £786, with an average of £670 over the past 12 months. Anything below £595 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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £630 – about £106 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 £527 return in that month – typically £327 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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