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$220+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — EDI
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$465
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$220
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$869

Good round-trip deal

$1,002 or less

Good one-way deal

$632 or less
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 12/76:30 pmORD - EDI
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:00 amEDI - ORD
2 stops15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$465
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/36:30 pmORD - EDI
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/98:40 amEDI - ORD
2 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$494
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/286:30 pmORD - EDI
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/510:55 pmEDI - ORD
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$517
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/13:50 pmORD - EDI
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/128:15 amEDI - ORD
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$543
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/37:40 pmORD - EDI
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/107:25 amEDI - ORD
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$546
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/113:50 pmORD - EDI
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/145:50 amEDI - ORD
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$548
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/27:40 pmORD - EDI
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/99:35 amEDI - ORD
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$560
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/26:30 pmORD - EDI
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/168:40 amEDI - ORD
2 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$563
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/303:50 pmORD - EDI
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/99:35 amEDI - ORD
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$566
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/99:50 pmORD - EDI
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/188:20 pmEDI - ORD
2 stops27h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$571
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sun 11/163:50 pmSTL - EDI
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/258:40 amEDI - STL
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$577
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/247:40 pmORD - EDI
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/110:30 pmEDI - ORD
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$589

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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 October 30, 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

Sun 11/16

3:50 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/25

8:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops35h 15m

$577

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/11

10:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops18h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/15

12:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops16h 15m

$613

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/27

1:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop15h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/4

9:25 am-4:04 pm

2 stops36h 39m

$618

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/9

7:40 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/13

12:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$635

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/27

1:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop15h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/4

12:45 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$637

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/12

2:54 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops16h 21m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/19

7:25 am-6:34 pm

2 stops17h 09m

$672

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

12:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/25

11:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop29h 05m

$703

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

12:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/24

4:20 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 45m

$703

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/12

12:44 pm-7:55 am

2 stops13h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/19

9:25 am-5:18 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$703

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/18

1:35 pm-10:30 am

2 stops14h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/26

12:30 pm-10:39 am

2 stops28h 09m

$712

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh (average of $411). Flying from Illinois to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $855). 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Illinois to Edinburgh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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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 13h 05m. Fly via United Airlines, Aer Lingus, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. Illinois and Edinburgh are separated by a distance of 3699 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, Lambert-St Louis - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Chicago Midway - 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 (65%), United Airlines (65%) and Lufthansa (65%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Edinburgh?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Edinburgh? While on average our users pay $880, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $632. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse), is priced around $465.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh (average of $411). Flying from Illinois to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $855). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$269Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
IcelandairCheapest$527Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Aer LingusCheapest$591Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$598Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$620Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$643Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$723Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$745Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$752Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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