Flying from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Explore your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Chicago. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to BHX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to BHX leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Birmingham International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 76.19%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near BHX and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Chicago to Birmingham International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Birmingham. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Rs63,454 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport. Return flights start at Rs181,154. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to BHX, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport (BHX). June is when most people visit Birmingham. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your Chicago to BHX flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Birmingham International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
The Windsor Castle and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Birmingham itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Birmingham. Around 153 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are key highlights.