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

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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — EDI
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$745
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$262
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,376

Good round-trip deal

$803 or less

Good one-way deal

$474 or less
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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 June 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/162:20 pmORD - EDI
1 stop11h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/289:00 amEDI - ORD
1 stop16h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$745
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1610:40 amORD - EDI
2 stops14h 40mAir Canada
Sun 9/289:00 amEDI - ORD
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 6/17$748
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 7/3110:30 pmORD - EDI
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 8/118:30 pmEDI - ORD
1 stop26h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/17$750
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/89:40 pmORD - EDI
1 stop12h 50mLufthansa
Mon 9/1511:30 amEDI - ORD
Nonstop8h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 6/16$752
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 7/252:10 pmORD - EDI
1 stop10h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 7/319:00 amEDI - ORD
2 stops17h 24mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/16$753
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:15 amMDW - EDI
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1511:30 amEDI - MDW
1 stop26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$753
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Sun 8/103:45 pmORD - EDI
1 stop11h 20mAer Lingus
Sat 8/168:35 amEDI - ORD
1 stop11h 25mAer Lingus
Deal found 6/17$755
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Mon 9/14:25 pmMDW - EDI
1 stop13h 40mKLM
Wed 9/1010:00 amEDI - MDW
1 stop17h 26mKLM
Deal found 6/17$757
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/286:47 pmMDW - EDI
1 stop11h 18mAir France
Mon 8/410:00 amEDI - MDW
1 stop14h 02mAir France
Deal found 6/16$759
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Fri 10/311:25 amORD - EDI
1 stop22h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/104:50 pmEDI - ORD
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/18$760
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Wed 9/36:00 amMDW - EDI
2 stops18h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 9/109:00 amEDI - MDW
2 stops15h 37mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/17$761
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 9/44:25 pmMDW - EDI
1 stop13h 40mDelta
Thu 9/116:00 amEDI - MDW
2 stops18h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/17$763

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

2:20 pm-8:05 am

1 stop11h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 9/28

9:00 am-7:29 pm

1 stop16h 29m

$745

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

10:40 am-7:20 am

2 stops14h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 9/28

9:00 am-8:00 am

2 stops29h 00m

$748

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

10:30 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/11

8:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$750

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

9:40 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/15

11:30 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop8h 25m

$752

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/25

2:10 pm-6:45 am

1 stop10h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 7/31

9:00 am-8:24 pm

2 stops17h 24m

$753

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/11

9:15 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/15

11:30 am-8:19 am

1 stop26h 49m

$753

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/10

3:45 pm-9:05 am

1 stop11h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 8/16

8:35 am-2:00 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$755

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/1

4:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/10

10:00 am-9:26 pm

1 stop17h 26m

$757

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/22

10:20 am-6:45 am

1 stop14h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

2:05 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$759

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/28

6:47 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop11h 18m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/4

10:00 am-6:02 pm

1 stop14h 02m

$759

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Edinburgh

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 June 13, 2025.

Booking 35 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Chicago to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,257). 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 June 18, 2025.

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 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Edinburgh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to EDI are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 June 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Finnair 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,364 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,292 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,632 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 3 flights from Chicago to Turnhouse per day from 11 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($745), Air Canada ($748), and British Airways ($750) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Edinburgh. United Airlines is priced at 21% 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?

    $357 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from WestJet. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and Air Canada, with prices starting from $374 and $423, 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 (67%), United Airlines (67%), Lufthansa( 67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh is generally $776, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $438. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse), you can expect to pay $536 for that flight.

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

    Flights departing from Chicago and landing in Edinburgh layover in Dublin most frequently.

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

    Most Dublin visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Molly Malone Statue, Parnell Square, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Molly Malone Statue, Parnell Square, and St. Patrick's Cathedral can be accessed by traveling approximately 5.8 mi, 5.0 mi, and 6.1 mi, respectively from Dublin. Travelers can rent a car at Dublin for an average daily rate of $23 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    The least popular layover on flights from Chicago to Edinburgh is London.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Chicago to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,257). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Edinburgh

Discover the top 10 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$571Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$589Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Aer LingusCheapest$596Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$598Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
British AirwaysCheapest$608Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$634Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$643Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$656Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$739Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$745Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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