Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Birmingham?

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 08m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Birmingham?

Aer Lingus is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago to Birmingham

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Birmingham?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $825.

What airlines fly to Birmingham?

Aer Lingus, Icelandair and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Birmingham from Chicago according to our data. Aer Lingus is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Birmingham. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Birmingham on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Birmingham?

Dublin (DUB) was the most common stop: 63% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Birmingham?

Flights connecting via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 55m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Birmingham Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Birmingham Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Birmingham Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Birmingham Airport is 1 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Birmingham Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Birmingham Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Birmingham Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Birmingham Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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4:55 pm - 7:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

9h 40m1 stop Dublin

6:20 am - 3:10 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 50m1 stop Dublin

$670Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

12:50 pm - 8:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dublin

6:20 am - 4:38 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 18m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl

$685Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

6:30 pm - 1:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

13h 20m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

7:00 am - 5:20 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 20m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

$712Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 9

3:45 pm - 7:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

10h 05m1 stop Dublin

8:10 am - 3:10 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 00m1 stop Dublin

$762Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

9:00 pm - 4:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

13h 05m1 stop Dublin

8:10 am - 7:15 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 05m1 stop Dublin

$768Aer Lingus

Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 14

5:10 pm - 1:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:00 am - 3:10 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$768Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7

5:10 pm - 1:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:00 am - 3:10 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$773Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7

9:00 pm - 5:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 35m1 stop Dublin

8:30 am - 2:00 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

11h 30m1 stop Dublin

$774Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16

1:29 pm - 1:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 11m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

5:55 am - 5:20 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl

$782Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7

9:00 pm - 6:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

15h 10m1 stop Dublin

8:10 am - 7:15 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 05m1 stop Dublin

$835Aer Lingus

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16

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9:00 pm - 2:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

11h 30m1 stop Dublin

11:45 am - 7:15 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 30m1 stop Dublin

$751Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21

1:55 pm - 1:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

17h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:00 am - 3:10 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$773Delta

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

1:55 pm - 1:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

17h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:00 am - 6:45 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$783Delta

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

3:45 pm - 7:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

9h 55m1 stop Dublin

12:20 pm - 7:15 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 55m1 stop Dublin

$859Aer Lingus

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

4:55 pm - 2:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

15h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas

4:25 pm - 4:00 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

53h 35m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Lisbon Humberto Delgado

$977Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21

9:55 am - 2:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

22h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dublin

9:35 pm - 10:05 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 30m2 stops Glasgow Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,008Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21

9:00 pm - 7:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

16h 55m1 stop Dublin

8:10 am - 2:00 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

11h 50m1 stop Dublin

$1,024Aer Lingus

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

3:10 pm - 7:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

22h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Dublin

8:10 am - 7:15 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 05m1 stop Dublin

$1,049Aer Lingus

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

2:20 pm - 6:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

21h 40m1 stop Zurich

8:50 am - 3:55 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 05m1 stop Zurich

$1,080SWISS

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

3:45 pm - 7:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BHX Birmingham

9h 55m1 stop Dublin

8:10 am - 2:00 pmBHX Birmingham-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

11h 50m1 stop Dublin

$1,083Aer Lingus

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

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Jan 11

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Sep 28

ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 55m

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BHX10:00 amBirmingham

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$856

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ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 40m

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Sep 28

ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 55m

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BHX10:00 amBirmingham

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$762

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHX Birmingham

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9:00 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Birmingham

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8:10 am-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$768

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHX Birmingham

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

5:10 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Birmingham

Wed 10/7

6:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$768

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHX Birmingham

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

5:10 pm-1:40 pm

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Birmingham

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6:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop15h 10m

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHX Birmingham

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Fri 10/9

9:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Birmingham

Fri 10/16

8:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$774

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHX Birmingham

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

1:29 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops18h 11m

Birmingham

Wed 10/7

5:55 am-5:20 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$782

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BHX Birmingham

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Fri 10/9

9:00 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Birmingham

Fri 10/16

8:10 am-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$835

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Birmingham?

The cheapest month to fly to Birmingham from Chicago is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $556, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Birmingham, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $706.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Birmingham flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Birmingham flight.

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Best Price Found	$317
Fastest flight time	9h 55m
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The best one-way flight to Birmingham from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $317. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Birmingham found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $670.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Birmingham takes 9h 55m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Birmingham

How far is Chicago to Birmingham by plane?
Birmingham is 3847.2 mi away from Chicago. Typically, this will take 9h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Birmingham Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Birmingham Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Birmingham Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Birmingham Airport is 1 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Birmingham Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Birmingham Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Birmingham Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Birmingham Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Birmingham?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Birmingham, the leading airline is Aer Lingus, making up 100% of the total bookings.

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