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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Chicago from £480

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — CHI
3 Nov — 10 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Birmingham to Chicago are usually found in February or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 October 2024.

Round-trip from

£480

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£568
Aer Lingus
  • Aer Lingus
  • 24/2-7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Birmingham to Chicago
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2024.

Wed 4/1219:15BHX - ORD
2 stops32h 21mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/1219:10ORD - BHX
1 stop17h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 27/10£493
Sat 16/1111:35BHX - ORD
1 stop12h 20mAer Lingus
Sun 24/1115:55ORD - BHX
1 stop9h 50mAer Lingus
Deal found 28/10£500
Thu 21/1108:15BHX - ORD
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1214:05ORD - BHX
2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10£510
Wed 4/1206:05BHX - ORD
2 stops34h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1215:35ORD - BHX
2 stops39h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10£614
Wed 4/1206:15BHX - ORD
2 stops16h 54mDelta
Sun 8/1217:20ORD - BHX
1 stop10h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/10£619
Wed 4/1209:20BHX - MDW
2 stops15h 12mDelta
Sun 8/1209:30MDW - BHX
2 stops17h 05mDelta
Deal found 27/10£623
Sat 16/1106:00BHX - ORD
2 stops33h 44mLufthansa
Sun 24/1115:15ORD - BHX
1 stop11h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 27/10£665
Thu 21/1109:20BHX - ORD
2 stops15h 14mKLM
Sat 7/1216:25ORD - BHX
1 stop22h 50mKLM
Deal found 27/10£692
Thu 21/1106:15BHX - ORD
2 stops16h 48mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 7/1217:20ORD - BHX
1 stop17h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 28/10£719
Fri 6/1208:15BHX - ORD
2 stops17h 05mFinnair
Sat 21/1215:55ORD - BHX
1 stop17h 15mFinnair
Deal found 27/10£757
Thu 21/1106:00BHX - ORD
1 stop15h 05mAir France
Sat 7/1217:20ORD - BHX
1 stop17h 10mAir France
Deal found 28/10£773
Tue 29/1008:45BHX - ORD
2 stops35h 20mSWISS
Tue 5/1118:25ORD - BHX
3 stops65h 35mSWISS
Deal found 28/10£975

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BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Mon 24/2

1 stop17h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/3

1 stop20h 35m

£480

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Wed 4/12

2 stops32h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/12

1 stop17h 45m

£493

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Thu 21/11

2 stops17h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

2 stops15h 05m

£510

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Wed 4/12

2 stops34h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/12

2 stops39h 05m

£614

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Wed 4/12

2 stops16h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/12

1 stop10h 35m

£619

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sun 16/3

1 stop29h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 20/3

1 stop31h 45m

£624

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sun 16/3

1 stop26h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 20/3

2 stops16h 35m

£624

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Mon 24/2

2 stops16h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/3

1 stop21h 50m

£628

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Tue 14/1

1 stop15h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/2

2 stops16h 00m

£642

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Tue 14/1

2 stops19h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/2

2 stops20h 55m

£662

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Fri 6/12

2 stops17h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/12

1 stop17h 15m

£757

BirminghamChicago O'Hare Intl

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Thu 21/11

1 stop15h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

1 stop17h 10m

£773

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Travel insights for flights from Birmingham to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Birmingham to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 25 October 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham to Chicago, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago (average of £601). Flying from Birmingham to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £774). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BHX to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 October 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Birmingham to Chicago at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 29 October 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,849 reviews
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Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,849 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,849 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,849 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,319 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,849 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,640 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,849 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Virgin Atlantic
7.6
Good
667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,849 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

    Birmingham (BHX), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Birmingham to Chicago. 6 airlines have flights from Birmingham to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Birmingham to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Birmingham to Chicago round-trip from £480. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Scandinavian Airlines, from £493, and United Airlines, from £614. Aer Lingus is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago (average of £601). Flying from Birmingham to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £774). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Birmingham to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£379Average£503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£399Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£442Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£480Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£485Average£716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£487Average£793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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