Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Birmingham is six hours ahead of Chicago and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Your ORD to BHX flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and BHX:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Right now, 265 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 497 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ORD to BHX, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ORD:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
If you're coming in on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BHX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Birmingham Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Birmingham and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Birmingham Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Birmingham. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to BHX in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres south-east to London to check off its popular sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 113 kilometres north of Birmingham, Manchester is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.