Are there nonstop flights from Birmingham (BHM) to Chicago (ORD)?

Yes. American Eagle (airline brand), United Express fly this route. Flight time is about 1h 36m.

What is the fastest connection from Birmingham (BHM) to Chicago (ORD)?

via Nashville ≈ 2h 7m, via Atlanta ≈ 2h 24m, via Detroit ≈ 2h 38m (estimated flying time, excluding layovers).

from 12,000 JAL miles (economy, one way, based on the published award charts).

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)・941 km

Nonstop flights available (2 airlines). Flight time about 1h 36m. Nonstop return flights also operate.

With milesJAL 12,000 miles+ (via CLT)Economy, one way, estimate. Tap a connection for miles by cabin.

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Times are estimated from distance. Check schedules, frequency and availability with the airline or a booking site.