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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chicago from £305

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CHI
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Chicago (CHI). 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 29 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£512

One-way from

£305

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£677
KLM
  • KLM
  • 14/3-18/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to Chicago
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1/4
  • 1/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 19m total
  • Edinburgh to Chicago
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High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 December 2024.

Sun 29/1219:40EDI - ORD
2 stops24h 15mAer Lingus
Thu 2/115:55ORD - EDI
1 stop9h 55mAer Lingus
Deal found 29/12£1,609
Sun 29/1218:20EDI - MDW
2 stops27h 57mKLM
Thu 2/111:48MDW - EDI
2 stops14h 52mKLM
Deal found 29/12£2,218
Sun 29/1220:15EDI - ORD
2 stops26h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 2/116:55ORD - EDI
2 stops13h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/12£2,296

Find flights from Edinburgh to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Chicago 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 December 2024.

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EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/3

05:45-15:30

1 stop14h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/3

13:25-08:40

2 stops14h 15m

£512

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 13/2

12:00-19:15

1 stop13h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 16/2

21:00-19:50

1 stop16h 50m

£521

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 25/1

07:00-17:20

2 stops16h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/2

18:30-18:40

2 stops18h 10m

£528

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/1

11:30-22:20

2 stops16h 50m

Chicago Midway

Mon 20/1

12:44-10:40

2 stops15h 56m

£529

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/2

05:45-14:30

1 stop14h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 13/2

10:10-10:10

2 stops18h 00m

£530

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/2

05:45-18:11

2 stops18h 26m

Chicago Midway

Thu 13/2

10:19-10:10

2 stops17h 51m

£536

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 11/1

06:40-17:28

2 stops16h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 14/1

18:35-13:25

1 stop12h 50m

£552

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 25/1

18:20-14:30

1 stop26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/2

09:46-10:40

2 stops18h 54m

£557

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 13/2

05:45-16:21

2 stops16h 36m

Chicago Midway

Sun 16/2

17:05-12:40

2 stops13h 35m

£558

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 11/1

19:00-19:50

2 stops30h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/1

18:45-22:00

2 stops21h 15m

£613

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Edinburgh to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago (average of £595). Flying from Edinburgh to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 EDI to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Edinburgh to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 29 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edinburgh to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,546 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,546 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,546 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,546 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,284 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,546 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
666 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,546 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air France
7.4
Good
1,495 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,546 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Chicago. 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 from for flights from Edinburgh to Chicago?

    For a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago, you will be flying from Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 6 airlines have flights to Chicago from Edinburgh Turnhouse on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at £512. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Aer Lingus and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at £521 and £529, respectively. KLM is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Aer Lingus, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £475. However, be on the lookout for offers from WestJet and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Edinburgh to Chicago is £596. On average you can expect to pay £811. The most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for £401.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago (average of £595). Flying from Edinburgh to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 6 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Chicago

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Aer LingusCheapest£458Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£468Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£474Average£588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£541Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£582Average£754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£593Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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