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How to get to The Strongman Open 2026 from Chicago

Sep 5–5, 2026Utilita Arena Birmingham, Birmingham · United KingdomORD → MAN

Flying to The Strongman Open 2026 from Chicago means covering about 6,205 km — around 8h 37m gate to gate, with MAN as the most convenient arrival airport. Book around 10–12 weeks out and expect round trips from roughly $520 for the event dates.

6,205 km
Distance
8h 37m
Time in the air
$520
Round trip from

Flights for the event dates

Sample fares Chicago → MAN. Final prices and dates are on the partner site.

Atlantic BlueAB 622
08:40
ORD
8h 37m
Direct
17:17
MAN
$598
Round trip from
EuroConnectE 411
11:05
ORD
11h 7m
1 stop
22:12
MAN
$520
Round trip from
SkyLine AirSA 793
22:30
ORD
12h 37m
1 stop
11:07+1
MAN
$458
Round trip from
See live prices on the partner site →

Airports near the venue

MAN

Manchester

100 km · ≈ 2h · by taxi

Where to stay

★ 4.4

Birmingham Central Hotel

$120 / night
★ 4.2

Birmingham Arena Rooms

$92 / night
★ 4

Birmingham Budget Stay

$58 / night
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Good to know

Do I need a visa for United Kingdom?
Entry rules depend on your passport — check the destination's official visa guidance before booking.
How long is the flight from Chicago?
Nonstop or with a short connection, plan on about 8h 37m from Chicago to MAN. Add roughly an hour for the transfer to the venue.
When should I book?
Fares for event weeks are usually lowest 10–12 weeks out and rise sharply after the full lineup or schedule is announced. Set a price alert early.

Other departure cities

New York$445London$70Los Angeles$655Toronto$460Sydney$1,430Dublin$90Dubai$460Istanbul$275Lisbon$195

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