Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Birmingham and Chicago share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Flights from BHM to ORD start at 06:46 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 18:06 with United Airlines. In total, there are 39 weekly Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to 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 will give you plenty of time to board your BHM to ORD flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines has direct flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.
The most punctual carrier operating BHM to ORD flights is American Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.57% of the time.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BHM and ORD:
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dane County Regional Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
At the moment, RM465 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM930. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book ten months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BHM to ORD.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM's address is 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart BHM arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BHM. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to O'Hare International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BHM to ORD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
