Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Birmingham to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 00m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Birmingham to Chicago?

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the lowest average return price of £474.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Birmingham to Chicago?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 14m.

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Aer Lingus, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Birmingham according to our data. Aer Lingus is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Birmingham and Chicago?

Dublin (DUB) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?

There are 5 operators available for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Birmingham Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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06:45 - 17:20BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 35m2 stops Dublin Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

18:30 - 21:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

20h 40m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin

£469Multiple Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

06:15 - 18:20BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 05m1 stop Dublin

15:55 - 07:40ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

9h 45m1 stop Dublin

£478Multiple Airlines

Fri, 6 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

06:45 - 14:10BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 25m1 stop Dublin

15:55 - 09:00ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

11h 05m1 stop Dublin

£511Multiple Airlines

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

08:20 - 14:10BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

11h 50m1 stop Dublin

20:05 - 16:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 00m1 stop Dublin

£526Aer Lingus

Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

13:20 - 18:20BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

11h 00m1 stop Dublin

20:05 - 16:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 00m1 stop Dublin

£529Aer Lingus

Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

05:55 - 14:30BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

06:10 - 08:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

20h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

£551KLM

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

17:40 - 15:25BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

17:29 - 12:50ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

13h 21m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

£554KLM

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

12:20 - 18:20BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 00m1 stop Dublin

20:05 - 11:50ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

9h 45m1 stop Dublin

£594British Airways

Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

08:20 - 14:36BHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 16m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl

15:55 - 16:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 10m1 stop Dublin

£621British Airways

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

20:45 - 18:00BHX Birmingham-MDW Chicago Midway

27h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

17:13 - 17:40MDW Chicago Midway-BHX Birmingham

18h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle

£647Virgin Atlantic

Fri, 6 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

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4 Dec

BHX12:20Birmingham

12h 00m

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ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

11 Dec

ORD20:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 45m

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BHX11:50Birmingham

£594

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BHX08:20Birmingham

36h 16m

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ORD14:36Chicago O'Hare Intl

29 Nov

ORD15:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 10m

1 stop

BHX16:05Birmingham

£621

British Airways

25 Nov

BHX08:20Birmingham

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ORD14:36Chicago O'Hare Intl

29 Nov

ORD15:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 10m

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BHX16:05Birmingham

£622

Aer Lingus flights from Birmingham to Chicago

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Aer Lingus

7 Nov

BHX08:20Birmingham

11h 50m

1 stop

ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

22 Nov

ORD20:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 00m

1 stop

BHX16:05Birmingham

£526

Aer Lingus

6 Nov

BHX13:20Birmingham

11h 00m

1 stop

ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

22 Nov

ORD20:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 00m

1 stop

BHX16:05Birmingham

£529

Aer Lingus

13 Nov

BHX13:25Birmingham

10h 55m

1 stop

ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

23 Nov

ORD20:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 00m

1 stop

BHX16:05Birmingham

£550

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Sat 21/11

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18:30-21:10

2 stops20h 40m

£469

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06:15-18:20

1 stop18h 05m

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1 stop9h 45m

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BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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1 stop11h 00m

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1 stop14h 00m

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BirminghamChicago

BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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05:55-14:30

1 stop14h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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2 stops20h 25m

£551

BirminghamChicago

BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Sun 25/10

17:40-15:25

1 stop26h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

17:29-12:50

2 stops13h 21m

£554

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BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Birmingham

Fri 4/12

12:20-18:20

1 stop12h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/12

20:05-11:50

1 stop9h 45m

£594

BirminghamChicago

BHX Birmingham - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BHXORD

Birmingham

Wed 25/11

08:20-14:36

2 stops36h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/11

15:55-16:05

1 stop18h 10m

£621

BirminghamChicago

BHX Birmingham - MDW Chicago Midway

BHXMDW

Birmingham

Fri 6/11

20:45-18:00

2 stops27h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/11

17:13-17:40

2 stops18h 27m

£647

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Birmingham and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £635 to £710.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £469.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Birmingham is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around £602, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Chicago from Birmingham during February instead. Flights to Chicago in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around £612.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Birmingham when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around £692 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Birmingham for as low as £591 on momondo.

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Best price found	£487
Fastest flight time	11h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Birmingham in the past 72 hours is £487. The best return flight deal from Birmingham to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £469.

The fastest flight from Birmingham to Chicago takes 11h 50m

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How far is Birmingham to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from Birmingham to Chicago is 3847.2 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Birmingham Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Birmingham Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Birmingham to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Birmingham to Chicago is Aer Lingus (75% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Virgin Atlantic (11%), KLM (10%), and British Airways (4%).

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £468	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £493	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,220 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom £502	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,580 reviews	Search KLM flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £546	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,758 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights

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