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$280+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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ORD — EDI
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in January or February, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/283:50 pmORD - EDI
1 stop11h 00mAer Lingus
Sun 1/118:20 amEDI - ORD
1 stop16h 55mAer Lingus
Deal found 12/14$903
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Tue 12/303:50 pmORD - EDI
1 stop10h 00mAer Lingus
Tue 1/68:20 amEDI - ORD
1 stop16h 55mAer Lingus
Deal found 12/15$1,082
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/3010:00 amORD - EDI
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/68:40 amEDI - ORD
3 stops30h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/153:50 pmORD - EDI
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2212:15 pmEDI - ORD
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/167:40 pmORD - EDI
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/191:40 pmEDI - ORD
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,217

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 December 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$484
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$280
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$914

Good round-trip deal

$956 or less

Good one-way deal

$889 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

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Edinburgh

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Price

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

6:30 pm-10:40 am

3 stops34h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-5:20 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$596

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

7:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop9h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/20

12:20 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$633

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

4:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop11h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/23

6:15 am-9:10 am

2 stops31h 55m

$691

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/15

9:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/21

4:20 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 45m

$713

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

9:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/7

11:45 am-7:15 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$715

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

11:50 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 2/14

4:20 pm-10:05 am

1 stop23h 45m

$730

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

7:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/20

7:00 am-6:20 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$732

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

8:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/2

11:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$777

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

5:53 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops46h 57m

$280

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

6:30 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops20h 00m

$282

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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 O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Edinburgh flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Edinburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Edinburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Edinburgh from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 17 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh (average of $101). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $854). 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 ORD to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 December 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

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 December 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines, and Aer Lingus from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,395 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,632 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,583 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh. 10 airlines have flights to Turnhouse from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh will take you 9h 30m. The distance from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh is about 3699 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at $269. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Icelandair and Aer Lingus, with the lowest prices starting at $437 and $597, respectively. These flights start at 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $193. Users have also found prices from $340 and $434 on JetBlue and Aer Lingus, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Before booking your flight to Edinburgh from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (87%), United Airlines (87%), Lufthansa( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh is $783. On average you can expect to pay $1,334. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse), can usually be booked for $484.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh flights have a layover in Dublin most of the time.

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

    If you're on a layover in Dublin and looking for things to do, consider visiting St. Patrick's Cathedral, Glasnevin Cemetery, or Molly Malone Statue. Travelers on a layover in Dublin can visit St. Patrick's Cathedral, Glasnevin Cemetery, and Molly Malone Statue, by traveling 6.1 mi, 3.9 mi, and 5.8 mi, respectively after landing at Dublin. Travelers can book a car rental at Dublin for about $18 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh flights?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh flights have a layover in London least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh (average of $101). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $854). 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 O'Hare Intl to Edinburgh

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$269Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
IcelandairCheapest$437Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Aer LingusCheapest$594Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$613Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$620Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$654Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$685Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$723Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$752Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$784Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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