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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Chicago from £312

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — CHI
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 26 March 2026.

Fri 9/1019:15
BHX
-
ORD
1 stop26h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 21/1019:15
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop17h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 24/3£531
Wed 21/1019:15
BHX
-
ORD
1 stop26h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 5/1119:20
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 25/3£537
Thu 7/508:50
BHX
-
ORD
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/515:45
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3£548
Fri 8/512:45
BHX
-
ORD
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/521:00
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3£561
Wed 8/715:00
BHX
-
ORD
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/721:00
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£569
Wed 22/408:25
BHX
-
ORD
3 stops45h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/419:25
ORD
-
BHX
3 stops23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3£573
Fri 10/405:55
BHX
-
ORD
3 stops43h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/522:25
ORD
-
BHX
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3£577
Tue 21/418:45
BHX
-
ORD
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/419:25
ORD
-
BHX
3 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3£577
Sat 2/518:40
BHX
-
ORD
1 stop30h 35m
Aer Lingus
Mon 11/521:00
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop15h 10m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 24/3£580
Mon 20/409:20
BHX
-
MDW
2 stops15h 16m
Delta
Mon 27/413:24
MDW
-
BHX
2 stops18h 16m
Delta
Deal found 23/3£687
Sat 2/505:55
BHX
-
MDW
2 stops18h 03m
Delta
Mon 11/513:59
MDW
-
BHX
2 stops13h 31m
Delta
Deal found 23/3£717
Thu 7/505:55
BHX
-
MDW
2 stops18h 01m
Delta
Thu 14/510:59
MDW
-
BHX
2 stops16h 31m
Delta
Deal found 23/3£721

Find 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 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£548

One-way from

£312

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£614
7/5-14/5
  • 7/5-14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 30m total
  • Birmingham to Chicago
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14/4
  • 14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 15m total
  • Birmingham to Chicago
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Cheapest return flight

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sat 20/6

17:35-09:40

1 stop22h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 14/7

11:25-12:05

1 stop18h 40m

£656

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Wed 1/7

13:00-09:40

1 stop26h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/7

11:25-12:05

1 stop18h 40m

£656

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Wed 22/4

06:05-18:52

2 stops18h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

13:00-09:40

2 stops14h 40m

£685

BirminghamChicago

BHX - MDW

BHXMDW

Birmingham

Mon 20/4

09:20-18:36

2 stops15h 16m

Chicago Midway

Mon 27/4

13:24-13:40

2 stops18h 16m

£687
Fastest return journey

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Fri 1/5

05:55-12:55

1 stop13h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/5

12:45-09:50

2 stops15h 05m

£712

BirminghamChicago

BHX - MDW

BHXMDW

Birmingham

Sat 2/5

05:55-17:58

2 stops18h 03m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/5

13:59-09:30

2 stops13h 31m

£717

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Fri 10/4

18:35-15:55

1 stop27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/5

14:20-17:55

1 stop21h 35m

£718

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Mon 13/4

19:15-21:29

2 stops32h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/5

06:07-18:35

2 stops30h 28m

£728

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Thu 7/5

06:05-21:23

2 stops21h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/5

12:55-17:15

2 stops22h 20m

£736

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Wed 24/6

05:55-14:30

1 stop14h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

17:18-13:40

2 stops14h 22m

£738

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Chicago

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 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham to Chicago, you should look to book at least 38 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago (average of £355). Flying from Birmingham to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £595). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

Share of one-stop return flights from Birmingham to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of one-stop itineraries from Birmingham to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Birmingham to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Copenhagen (CPH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £420.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Birmingham to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Birmingham to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 39m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Birmingham to Chicago?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Birmingham to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 18m.

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 26 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andScandinavian Airlines from Birmingham to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
685 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,725 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,489 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,871 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to Chicago?

    Turkish Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Birmingham to Chicago in just under 13h. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 05m. Birmingham and Chicago are separated by a distance of 3860 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Birmingham to Chicago round-trip from £288. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Scandinavian Airlines, from £380, and British Airways, from £498. Lufthansa is currently priced 53% 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.

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    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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago (average of £355). Flying from Birmingham to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £595). 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£288Average£756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£380Average£432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£498Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£508Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Aer LingusCheapest£512Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£513Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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