Birmingham, West Midlands to Chicago (BHX–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BHX–ORD has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Birmingham, West Midlands
| Metric | BHX→ORD | MAN→ORD | LTN→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BHX | – | 66 mi | 71 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 7h 50m | 7h 50m | 7h 55m |
Travel Essentials
BHX: BST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Birmingham, West Midlands, it's 12:00 PM in Chicago.
British passport holders enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for up to 90 days for tourism or business. You must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before departure. The ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and allows multiple entries. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov, the only official site. Most approvals come within minutes, but apply at least 72 hours before travel. The 90-day stay cannot be extended under the VWP.
Passport must be an electronic/biometric passport (all UK passports issued since 2006 qualify). You need proof of onward travel out of the US within 90 days. CBP officers at the port of entry make the final admission decision and can ask about trip purpose, accommodation, and ties to the UK. Automated passport control (APC) kiosks and Global Entry (for pre-approved travelers) speed up arrival processing. Anyone with certain criminal convictions, prior visa denials, or dual nationality with Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, or Yemen may be ineligible for the VWP and need a B-1/B-2 visa ($185) from the US Embassy in London.
Direct flights from London Heathrow to New York (JFK) run about 7 hours 30 minutes westbound. Multiple US destinations have direct service from London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. The 90-day VWP clock does not reset by visiting Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean and returning to the US; the original 90 days continues to count down. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. US Customs allows $800 worth of goods duty-free per person.
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.
BHX–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BHX to ORD
Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
BHX to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BHX to ORD is about 7 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,862 miles (6,216 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Dublin and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN), Luton, Luton (LTN) and Liverpool (LPL).