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$227+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — EDI
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$666
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$227
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$943

Good round-trip deal

$935 or less

Good one-way deal

$649 or less
From Illinois to Edinburgh Turnhouse
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/153:45 pmORD - EDI
1 stop10h 15mAer Lingus
Wed 10/228:35 amEDI - ORD
1 stop11h 25mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/16$663
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1512:25 pmSTL - EDI
1 stop14h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/219:00 amEDI - STL
2 stops31h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$666
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/222:11 pmSTL - EDI
2 stops15h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/311:35 amEDI - STL
1 stop11h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$678
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/276:00 amORD - EDI
3 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2211:45 amEDI - ORD
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$680
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/86:00 amORD - EDI
3 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/156:55 amEDI - ORD
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$682
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/224:10 pmSTL - EDI
1 stop11h 10mKLM
Fri 10/310:00 amEDI - STL
1 stop19h 24mKLM
Deal found 9/15$683
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:10 pmORD - EDI
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/196:50 pmEDI - ORD
3 stops32h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:25 pmSTL - EDI
2 stops16h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/2212:30 pmEDI - STL
2 stops16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$687
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/2312:00 pmORD - EDI
3 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/308:25 amEDI - ORD
2 stops17h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$687
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/216:35 amSTL - EDI
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/3012:30 pmEDI - STL
2 stops16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$692
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/207:43 pmORD - EDI
3 stops30h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/255:05 pmEDI - ORD
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$692
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:40 pmORD - EDI
1 stop9h 50mAer Lingus
Sat 11/158:20 amEDI - ORD
1 stop15h 35mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/14$694

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/15

12:25 pm-8:25 am

1 stop14h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/21

9:00 am-10:49 am

2 stops31h 49m

$666

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/14

4:10 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/22

9:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$683

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/14

12:25 pm-10:35 am

2 stops16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/22

9:40 am-8:46 pm

2 stops17h 06m

$687

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/15

7:58 pm-10:05 am

2 stops32h 07m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/25

10:00 am-11:56 pm

2 stops19h 56m

$711

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/7

5:28 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops17h 02m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/15

6:15 am-3:44 pm

2 stops15h 29m

$719

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/8

3:30 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/15

9:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$728

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/29

12:50 pm-11:10 pm

3 stops29h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/5

8:35 pm-8:00 pm

3 stops29h 25m

$793

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/16

12:45 pm-7:55 am

2 stops13h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/26

12:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$805

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

2:27 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops15h 43m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 12/21

7:25 am-1:50 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$826

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/25

10:47 am-8:40 am

2 stops15h 53m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/3

11:45 am-11:32 pm

2 stops17h 47m

$849

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Illinois to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). 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 IL to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 September 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Edinburgh as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from USIL 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).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    For a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Edinburgh?

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Edinburgh in 11h 10m. Fly via United Airlines, KLM, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Illinois and Edinburgh are separated by a distance of 3950 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Edinburgh?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse, Chicago Midway - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Lambert-St Louis - Edinburgh Turnhouse when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Edinburgh.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Edinburgh are Air Canada (41%), United Airlines (41%) and Lufthansa (41%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Edinburgh?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Edinburgh? While on average our users pay $850, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $489. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse), is priced around $457.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Illinois to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). 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 Illinois to Edinburgh

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$269Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
IcelandairCheapest$527Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$589Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Aer LingusCheapest$594Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$602Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$643Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$723Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$745Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$752Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$787Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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