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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chicago from £394

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 14/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CHI
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 53 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 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£535

One-way from

£394

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January
Aer Lingus
  • Aer Lingus
  • 12/12-16/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to Chicago
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14/12
  • 14/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 47m total
  • Edinburgh to Chicago
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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 21 November 2024.

Thu 12/1207:25EDI - ORD
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/1219:40ORD - EDI
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£535
Tue 3/1216:10EDI - ORD
1 stop32h 35mIberia
Tue 10/1222:00ORD - EDI
1 stop11h 40mIberia
Deal found 19/11£621
Wed 11/1206:25EDI - ORD
1 stop13h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 18/1216:45ORD - EDI
2 stops15h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11£626
Wed 11/1212:40EDI - ORD
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
Tue 7/118:50ORD - EDI
2 stops22h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 20/11£681
Tue 10/1215:20EDI - ORD
2 stops28h 35mAer Lingus
Tue 17/1219:40ORD - EDI
1 stop30h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 19/11£685
Wed 11/1209:25EDI - ORD
2 stops29h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/1207:30ORD - EDI
2 stops18h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11£700
Wed 11/1209:15EDI - ORD
2 stops15h 16mKLM
Tue 7/113:40ORD - EDI
2 stops14h 30mKLM
Deal found 20/11£719
Wed 27/1106:00EDI - ORD
2 stops17h 09mAir France
Tue 3/1217:20ORD - EDI
1 stop11h 20mAir France
Deal found 20/11£762
Wed 27/1112:00EDI - ORD
1 stop12h 45mFinnair
Tue 3/1221:45ORD - EDI
1 stop10h 35mFinnair
Deal found 20/11£776
Tue 26/1116:30EDI - ORD
1 stop23h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/1211:55ORD - EDI
1 stop16h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/11£785
Wed 27/1105:45EDI - MDW
2 stops17h 17mDelta
Tue 3/1213:30MDW - EDI
2 stops15h 10mDelta
Deal found 20/11£839
Sun 8/1205:45EDI - ORD
2 stops20h 00mDelta
Sun 5/117:20ORD - EDI
1 stop11h 15mDelta
Deal found 20/11£909

Find flights from Edinburgh to Chicago within your budget

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EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/12

07:25-14:00

1 stop12h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/12

19:40-18:05

1 stop16h 25m

£535

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 29/1

09:25-16:26

1 stop13h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

21:05-07:55

2 stops28h 50m

£549

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/1

11:30-22:20

2 stops16h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sun 19/1

09:34-10:40

2 stops19h 06m

£555

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 29/1

05:45-18:14

2 stops18h 29m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/2

14:08-10:40

2 stops14h 32m

£560

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/1

05:45-17:50

2 stops18h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/1

10:05-10:40

2 stops18h 35m

£560

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/3

16:30-11:10

1 stop23h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 22/3

21:30-10:15

1 stop31h 45m

£616

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/12

16:10-18:45

1 stop32h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/12

22:00-15:40

1 stop11h 40m

£621

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/12

06:25-13:55

1 stop13h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/12

16:45-14:15

2 stops15h 30m

£626

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/12

12:40-20:05

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

18:50-23:25

2 stops22h 35m

£681

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/12

15:20-13:55

2 stops28h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/12

19:40-07:50

1 stop30h 10m

£685

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago

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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 15 November 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 53 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 £598). Flying from Edinburgh to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £774). 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 21 November 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 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 21 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edinburgh to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Iberia. 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
8,756 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,756 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,756 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
1,350 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,756 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
1,300 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,756 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
663 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,756 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
1,523 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,756 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at £549. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air France and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at £555 and £560, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 14% 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 £491. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and Finnair, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to Chicago for a low price.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Edinburgh to Chicago on time: Air Canada (100%), United Airlines (100%), Lufthansa (100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Edinburgh to Chicago is £656. On average you can expect to pay £926. The most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for £489.

  • 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 £598). Flying from Edinburgh to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £774). 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£455Average£656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£464Average£603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£471Average£603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£538Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£569Average£739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£597Average£709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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