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$248+ 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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — EDI
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Edinburgh

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Most accurate provider

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$670
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$248
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$843

Good round-trip deal

$991 or less

Good one-way deal

$713 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 April 30, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/71:35 pmORD - EDI
1 stop13h 40mJetBlue
Thu 9/1811:30 amEDI - ORD
1 stop15h 24mJetBlue
Deal found 4/28$719
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/187:19 amORD - EDI
2 stops20h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/256:55 amEDI - ORD
3 stops32h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$722
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/201:15 pmSTL - EDI
1 stop11h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 9/411:35 amEDI - STL
1 stop14h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$725
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/167:15 pmORD - EDI
2 stops41h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 8/237:20 pmEDI - ORD
1 stop26h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$726
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 8/89:40 amMDW - EDI
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/1511:30 amEDI - MDW
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$731
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/205:22 pmSTL - EDI
1 stop12h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/49:00 amEDI - STL
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$738
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2811:55 amORD - EDI
1 stop21h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/511:15 amEDI - ORD
1 stop28h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$739
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/209:15 amSTL - EDI
1 stop16h 05mAir Canada
Thu 9/49:00 amEDI - STL
2 stops35h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$740
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2011:20 amSTL - EDI
2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/49:00 amEDI - STL
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$743
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/201:00 pmMDW - EDI
2 stops14h 20mDelta
Tue 9/169:00 amEDI - MDW
1 stop14h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/29$769
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/74:55 pmORD - EDI
1 stop10h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 12/186:50 amEDI - ORD
1 stop13h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$812
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/22:49 pmSTL - EDI
2 stops16h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/167:25 amEDI - STL
2 stops18h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$818

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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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Price

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

1:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop13h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/18

11:30 am-8:54 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$719

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/18

7:19 am-10:05 am

2 stops20h 46m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 6/25

6:55 am-9:09 am

3 stops32h 14m

$722

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/20

1:15 pm-7:10 am

1 stop11h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/4

11:35 am-8:21 pm

1 stop14h 46m

$725

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

7:15 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 8/23

7:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$726

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/20

5:22 pm-11:40 am

1 stop12h 18m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/4

9:00 am-10:40 am

2 stops31h 40m

$738

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/20

9:15 am-7:20 am

1 stop16h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/4

9:00 am-2:19 pm

2 stops35h 19m

$740

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/20

11:20 am-8:05 am

2 stops14h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/4

9:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops33h 25m

$743

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

11:45 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/15

10:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop29h 05m

$749

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/14

9:40 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 6/21

11:30 am-8:45 am

1 stop27h 15m

$751

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/22

6:45 am-9:20 am

2 stops20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/5

11:45 am-11:39 pm

2 stops17h 54m

$752

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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 $1,286). 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 April 30, 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.

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 April 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and SWISS from Illinois 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
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Edinburgh one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $379 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include WestJet from $396 and Aer Lingus from $495 one-way.

  • 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 cheapest flights from Illinois to Edinburgh?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Edinburgh? While on average our users pay $987, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $643. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse), is priced around $523.

  • 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 $1,286). 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$571Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$589Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Aer LingusCheapest$597Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$598Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
British AirwaysCheapest$610Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$634Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$643Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$656Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$680Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$790Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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