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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Illinois from £279

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — ORD
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 April 2026.

Thu 23/408:50
BHX
-
ORD
2 stops15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/419:25
ORD
-
BHX
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4£520
Wed 22/408:25
BHX
-
ORD
3 stops45h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/419:25
ORD
-
BHX
2 stops18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4£524
Wed 22/408:25
BHX
-
ORD
3 stops45h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/419:25
ORD
-
BHX
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4£532
Wed 20/521:30
BHX
-
ORD
3 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/509:55
ORD
-
BHX
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4£535
Mon 18/508:45
BHX
-
ORD
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/515:45
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4£544
Tue 19/508:30
BHX
-
ORD
1 stop11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/521:00
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4£549
Fri 11/906:00
BHX
-
ORD
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/914:20
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4£554
Fri 11/906:00
BHX
-
ORD
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/914:20
ORD
-
BHX
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4£554
Mon 14/905:55
BHX
-
MDW
2 stops18h 36m
Delta
Mon 28/917:59
MDW
-
BHX
2 stops13h 41m
Delta
Deal found 6/4£665
Mon 7/905:55
BHX
-
MDW
2 stops18h 36m
Delta
Tue 15/914:00
MDW
-
BHX
2 stops17h 40m
Delta
Deal found 6/4£695
Tue 8/909:20
BHX
-
MDW
2 stops14h 45m
Delta
Wed 16/910:35
MDW
-
BHX
2 stops16h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/4£696
Sat 2/505:55
BHX
-
MDW
2 stops18h 03m
Delta
Mon 11/513:59
MDW
-
BHX
2 stops13h 31m
Delta
Deal found 1/4£700

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Birmingham to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 6 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£520

One-way from

£279

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£651
23/4-27/4
  • 23/4-27/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 36h 45m total
  • Birmingham to Illinois
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3/5
  • 3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 21m total
  • Birmingham to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£27 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Thu 23/4

10:00-09:40

1 stop29h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/4

20:10-16:40

1 stop38h 30m

£686

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sat 2/5

17:25-14:25

2 stops27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

16:55-11:30

2 stops36h 35m

£691

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Wed 9/9

05:55-14:30

1 stop14h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

13:30-13:40

2 stops18h 10m

£691

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Sat 2/5

05:55-14:15

1 stop14h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

10:30-09:30

2 stops17h 00m

£695

BirminghamChicago

BHX - MDW

BHXMDW

Birmingham

Mon 7/9

05:55-18:31

2 stops18h 36m

Chicago Midway

Tue 15/9

14:00-13:40

2 stops17h 40m

£695

BirminghamChicago

BHX - MDW

BHXMDW

Birmingham

Wed 9/9

05:55-18:31

2 stops18h 36m

Chicago Midway

Tue 15/9

14:00-13:40

2 stops17h 40m

£695

BirminghamChicago

BHX - MDW

BHXMDW

Birmingham

Tue 8/9

09:20-18:05

2 stops14h 45m

Chicago Midway

Wed 16/9

10:35-08:35

2 stops16h 00m

£696

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

£700

BirminghamChicago

BHX - ORD

BHXORD

Birmingham

Thu 30/7

08:50-18:15

2 stops15h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/8

19:25-22:40

2 stops21h 15m

£707

BirminghamSt. Louis

BHX - STL

BHXSTL

Birmingham

Thu 30/4

05:55-21:19

2 stops21h 24m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 7/5

10:49-09:30

2 stops16h 41m

£727

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Illinois

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Illinois (average of £361). Flying from Birmingham to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of £604). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated 6 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to Illinois, such as KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andScandinavian Airlines. 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
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
7.7
Good
1,490 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
7.7
Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
1,743 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
1,499 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,857 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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

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

    Birmingham (BHX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Birmingham to Illinois. It is only a 6.8 mi journey to Birmingham (BHX) from Birmingham’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to Illinois?

    Departing from Birmingham to Illinois will take you 14h 20m. There are 3860 mi between Birmingham and Illinois. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Birmingham to Illinois?

    While some choose either Birmingham - Chicago Midway or Birmingham - Lambert-St Louis, Birmingham - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Birmingham to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Illinois (average of £361). Flying from Birmingham to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of £604). 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 Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Illinois. 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 6 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£386Average£438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£505Average£619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£515Average£703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Aer LingusCheapest£519Average£701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£521Average£657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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