Birmingham to Chicago (BHM–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BHM–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and GoJet Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 585 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 84 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, EK, NZ | 53 | CR5, E7W | 2h19-2h26 | Star Alliance | AC, EK, NZ | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, EI, QR | 35 | CR7, E75 | 2h12-2h29 | Oneworld | AS, EI, QR | |
| G7 GoJet Airlines | 2 | CR7 | 1h45 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Birmingham
| Metric | BHM→ORD | HSV→ORD | MGM→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BHM | – | 74 mi | 90 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 9 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 181 | 140 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 45m | 1h 51m | 2h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 92% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
BHM: CDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Birmingham, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
BHM–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BHM to ORD
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, GoJet Airlines and United Airlines. With 181 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BHM to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BHM to ORD ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 585 miles (941 km). There are approximately 181 weekly flights outbound and 147 return, totaling 328 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
84 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via LAF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Huntsville (HSV), Montgomery (MGM) and Tupelo (TUP).