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$262+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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CHI — EDI
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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The best prices from Chicago to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$587
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$262
(Kiwi.com)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Edinburgh Turnhouse flight deals.
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/26:30 pmORD - EDI
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1012:10 pmEDI - ORD
3 stops33h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$607
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/149:45 pmORD - EDI
1 stop11h 55mBritish Airways
Wed 11/2011:10 amEDI - ORD
1 stop13h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/30$623
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/210:05 pmORD - EDI
1 stop11h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/1010:00 amEDI - ORD
1 stop13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$626
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/273:55 pmORD - EDI
1 stop9h 55mAer Lingus
Thu 12/58:20 amEDI - ORD
1 stop11h 40mAer Lingus
Deal found 10/30$731
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/21:35 pmORD - EDI
2 stops15h 05mDelta
Tue 12/1011:45 amEDI - ORD
1 stop16h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/30$746
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/25:20 pmORD - EDI
1 stop21h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 12/1011:45 amEDI - ORD
2 stops14h 43mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/31$747
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/99:38 amMDW - EDI
2 stops18h 07mDelta
Tue 12/175:45 amEDI - MDW
2 stops17h 16mDelta
Deal found 10/30$756
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:30 pmORD - EDI
1 stop16h 40mLufthansa
Mon 12/95:50 pmEDI - ORD
2 stops30h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 10/31$819
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/118:20 pmORD - EDI
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/214:30 pmEDI - ORD
1 stop23h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/31$867
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/159:05 pmORD - EDI
2 stops28h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/259:25 amEDI - ORD
2 stops14h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$892
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1510:00 pmORD - EDI
1 stop13h 00mIberia
Sun 12/226:20 amEDI - ORD
1 stop16h 40mIberia
Deal found 10/31$989
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1412:40 pmORD - EDI
2 stops14h 00mKLM
Wed 11/205:45 amEDI - ORD
2 stops17h 03mKLM
Deal found 10/30$1,044

Find flights from Chicago to Edinburgh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

7:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$262

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/13

7:15 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$367

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

9:45 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$424

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/11

6:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$454

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/1

3:28 pm-7:10 pm

3 stops45h 42m

$312

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/11

1:30 pm-9:45 am

2 stops14h 15m

$1,092

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/15

10:38 am-8:40 am

2 stops16h 02m

$2,642

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/13

9:20 am-6:45 am

2 stops15h 25m

$3,174

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/2

6:30 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/10

12:10 pm-4:06 pm

3 stops33h 56m

$611

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/14

9:45 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/20

12:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$623

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Edinburgh

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Edinburgh in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Edinburgh flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Edinburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Edinburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Edinburgh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Edinburgh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Edinburgh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh (average of $697). Flying from Chicago to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Edinburgh in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways, Lufthansa and Aer Lingus from Chicago to Edinburgh have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,352 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.7
Good
1,318 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.7
Good
831 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.6
Good
666 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh from Chicago, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Turnhouse per day from 9 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Edinburgh for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Edinburgh for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $587, but on average you can expect to pay $754.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Edinburgh for under $900?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from Chicago to Edinburgh within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Edinburgh round-trip?

    According to our current data, Scandinavian Airlines ($595), British Airways ($623), and American Airlines ($626) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Edinburgh. Scandinavian Airlines is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Edinburgh one-way?

    $367 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Scandinavian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways and Finnair, with prices starting from $424 and $454, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Edinburgh?

    Before booking your flight to Edinburgh from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (68%), United Airlines (68%), Lufthansa( 68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh is generally $1,291, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $911. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse), you can expect to pay $470 for that flight.

  • What does ORD to EDI mean?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD and Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is EDI. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Edinburgh?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of $37 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Edinburgh flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Edinburgh that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Edinburgh flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Edinburgh with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Edinburgh flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Edinburgh that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Edinburgh offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Edinburgh flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Edinburgh flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Edinburgh flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh (average of $697). Flying from Chicago to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Chicago to Edinburgh

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Edinburgh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$422Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$591Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$604Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$607Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$628Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$634Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$656Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$783Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$784Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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