Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Birmingham and Chicago are in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from BHM to ORD start at 05:00 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 17:00 with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 44 weekly Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BHM to ORD flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Chicago (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a snap with United. This popular carrier has direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is United.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BHM to ORD flights, with 75.11% of its services arriving as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between BHM and ORD:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Nashville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is R 1,581. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,404. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from BHM to ORD by booking at least four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BHM to ORD.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Of the flights that depart from Birmingham Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Birmingham Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to BHM? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Grab a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Birmingham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHM to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without experiencing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
