Are direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities, whether it's cost savings or travel efficiency.

Can flexible travel dates help on Birmingham to Chicago flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in notable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Birmingham to Chicago flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately.

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2026-11-10 – 2026-11-15
BHX - Chicago
76% AI deal score
£543
£504
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2026-11-10 – 2026-11-25
BHX - Chicago
74% AI deal score
£496
£517
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BHX - Chicago
76% AI deal score
£549
£518
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BHX - Chicago
74% AI deal score
£509
£520
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BHX - Chicago
77% AI deal score
£549
£525
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2026-11-05 – 2026-11-15
BHX - Chicago
74% AI deal score
£523
£544
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2026-11-21 – 2026-11-29
BHX - Chicago
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£506
£547
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BHX - Chicago
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£578
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£508
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Birmingham to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Birmingham to Chicago connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, travelers can expect to make 3 stopovers.

Right now, fares to Chicago are below the typical level. Prices for flights from Birmingham to Chicago are typically $1022–$1334, with a median of $1198. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be helpful.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Chicago? The data indicates that June is the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $639. November is also a more affordable option, with a median fare of $855. September follows as a relatively cheaper month, with a median fare of $1124.

How long is the flight from Birmingham to Chicago? A typical journey from Birmingham to Chicago, including connections, takes approximately 17h 20m. This duration accounts for the common connecting itineraries on this long-haul route.

The distance between Birmingham and Chicago is 6221 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you should anticipate a significant travel time, often involving multiple segments and layovers.

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Chicago

Regular price: £457 - £915

Prices for flights from Birmingham to Chicago are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 457 GBP and 915 GBP. The current lowest deal is 483 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 21-Nov 27.

now £483

Low £457

High £915

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Chicago is June, with a median price of $639. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1255. Prices are generally lower from June to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from £639

October

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,255

Jun

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Aer Lingus

Ryanair

easyJet UK

Scandinavian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Chicago

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

Ryanair

£695

£647

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

easyJet UK

£640

£665

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

Jet2.com, TAP Portugal

£547

£531

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

Ryanair

£596

£532

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

Ryanair

£595

£654

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

easyJet UK, TAP Portugal

£521

£531

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

5 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 15

£544 → £504

6 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 27

£521 → £483

7 nights

Jan 7 - Jan 14

£522 → £485

4 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 26

£636 → £600

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

Birmingham - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Birmingham to Chicago are below the typical level, with a median price of $1198.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June offers the lowest median prices at $639, followed by November at $855.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 17h 20m

Flights from Birmingham to Chicago typically involve connections, with a median duration of 17h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with no direct flights available in recent 90-day windows.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers a deal at $483

Ryanair has a deal for $483 from November 21-27, 2026, through skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Birmingham to Chicago are historically rare, so book when you find a good price.

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport (BHX) is a convenient departure point for flights to Chicago.

📍 ~10 km from Birmingham (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£458

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers a convenient arrival point for flights to Chicago from Birmingham.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, train, or bus).

💸 Flights from ~£432

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and is easily accessible from Chicago.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by Amtrak Hiawatha line or car), requires travel across state lines into Wisconsin.

💸 Flights from ~£873

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From BHX

Elite

Dec 29

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$3,959

$2,504

Save $1,455

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Dec 29

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$3,956

$2,504

Save $1,452

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Dec 22

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$3,864

$2,504

Save $1,360

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Dec 29

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$3,917

$2,504

Save $1,413

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Dec 29

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$3,956

$2,517

Save $1,439

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Dec 29

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$3,939

$2,557

Save $1,382

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Apr 22

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$4,670

$3,185

Save $1,485

KLM, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Dec 24

Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$3,918

$2,652

Save $1,266

KLM, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Feb 04

Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$3,871

$2,733

Save $1,138

KLM, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Dec 24

Chicago, United States

91% AI deal score

$3,914

$2,768

Save $1,146

KLM, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Jan 25

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$3,849

$2,844

Save $1,005

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BHX

Elite

Jan 21

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$3,830

$2,844

Save $986

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

To find potentially cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, may lead to better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings could be significant. It's often worth checking if alternative airports are a viable option for your trip.

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Birmingham to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Chicago

Regular price: £457 - £915

Prices for flights from Birmingham to Chicago are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 457 GBP and 915 GBP. The current lowest deal is 483 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 21-Nov 27.

now £483

Low £457

High £915

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

June

Cheapest

Flights from £639

October

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,255

Jun

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Aer Lingus

Ryanair

easyJet UK

Scandinavian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Chicago

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

Ryanair

£695

£647

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

easyJet UK

£640

£665

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

Jet2.com, TAP Portugal

£547

£531

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

Ryanair

£596

£532

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

Ryanair

£595

£654

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Chicago

Birmingham (BHX) - Chicago (ORD)

easyJet UK, TAP Portugal

£521

£531

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

5 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 15

£544 → £504

6 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 27

£521 → £483

7 nights

Jan 7 - Jan 14

£522 → £485

4 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 26

£636 → £600

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

Birmingham - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Birmingham to Chicago are below the typical level, with a median price of $1198.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June offers the lowest median prices at $639, followed by November at $855.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 17h 20m

Flights from Birmingham to Chicago typically involve connections, with a median duration of 17h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with no direct flights available in recent 90-day windows.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers a deal at $483

Ryanair has a deal for $483 from November 21-27, 2026, through skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Birmingham to Chicago are historically rare, so book when you find a good price.

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport (BHX) is a convenient departure point for flights to Chicago.

📍 ~10 km from Birmingham (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£458

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers a convenient arrival point for flights to Chicago from Birmingham.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, train, or bus).

💸 Flights from ~£432

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and is easily accessible from Chicago.

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$3,830

$2,844

Save $986

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Today’s best flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago

Birmingham to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

Direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Chicago

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

Birmingham - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in June for the best prices

Connecting flights take 17h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair offers a deal at $483

Deals are rare for this route

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Dec 29

Dec 29

Dec 22

Dec 29

Dec 29

Dec 29

Apr 22

Dec 24

Feb 04

Dec 24

Jan 25

Jan 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How can I find cheap flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

When should I book flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

Are direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Birmingham to Chicago flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Birmingham to Chicago flights?

Related routes

More routes from Birmingham

Flights to Chicago from other cities

Birmingham to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

Direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Chicago

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Chicago

Birmingham - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in June for the best prices

Connecting flights take 17h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair offers a deal at $483

Deals are rare for this route

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Dec 29

Dec 29

Dec 22

Dec 29

Dec 29

Dec 29

Apr 22

Dec 24

Feb 04

Dec 24

Jan 25

Jan 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How can I find cheap flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

When should I book flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?