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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Chicago from £297

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — CHI
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
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 28 December 2025.

Tue 30/1208:15BHX - ORD
1 stop11h 45mAer Lingus
Sun 4/119:40ORD - BHX
1 stop17h 45mAer Lingus
Deal found 26/12£791
Mon 29/1216:00BHX - ORD
1 stop28h 00mAer Lingus
Sun 4/121:52ORD - BHX
2 stops31h 18mAer Lingus
Deal found 26/12£800
Tue 30/1219:55BHX - ORD
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/118:50ORD - BHX
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12£811
Mon 29/1212:30BHX - ORD
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/112:50ORD - BHX
3 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12£1,156
Tue 30/1206:15BHX - MDW
2 stops17h 11mKLM
Sun 4/109:29MDW - BHX
2 stops17h 01mKLM
Deal found 26/12£1,513
Tue 30/1210:25BHX - MDW
2 stops17h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/111:48MDW - BHX
2 stops14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12£1,673

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 28 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£392

One-way from

£297

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£630
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 10/2-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Birmingham to Chicago
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11/4
  • 11/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Birmingham to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Thu 12/2

19:10-16:45

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

19:20-18:30

1 stop17h 10m

£391

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Tue 10/2

19:10-16:45

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/2

19:20-18:30

1 stop17h 10m

£392

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Mon 2/2

19:10-21:35

2 stops32h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/2

19:20-18:30

1 stop17h 10m

£456

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Mon 9/2

19:10-21:35

2 stops32h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

19:20-18:30

1 stop17h 10m

£470

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Thu 29/1

19:10-16:55

1 stop27h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

10:29-18:30

2 stops26h 01m

£475

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Tue 10/2

19:10-16:45

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/2

10:36-18:30

2 stops25h 54m

£486

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sat 17/1

13:15-19:15

1 stop12h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/1

21:00-16:25

1 stop13h 25m

£496

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sun 25/1

18:50-16:20

1 stop27h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/2

18:50-18:00

1 stop17h 10m

£509

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sun 3/5

13:05-19:00

1 stop11h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/5

20:50-16:10

1 stop13h 20m

£510

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sat 2/5

08:10-14:00

1 stop11h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

20:50-16:10

1 stop13h 20m

£510

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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 26 December 2025.

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chicago (average of £38). Flying from Birmingham to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £594). 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’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 59% 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 £439.

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 28 December 2025.
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
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
677 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,630 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,412 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,658 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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. 5 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?

    Scandinavian Airlines and Delta can get you from Birmingham to Chicago in just under 18h 21m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 14m. Birmingham and Chicago are separated by a distance of 3863 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 £285. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Scandinavian Airlines, from £377, and Aer Lingus, from £454. Lufthansa is currently priced 50% 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 £38). Flying from Birmingham to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £594). 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 5 airlines flying from Birmingham to Chicago

Discover the top 5 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 28 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£377Average£466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Aer LingusCheapest£454Average£649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£463Average£603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£479Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£494Average£615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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