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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chicago from £244

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CHI
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago are usually found in January or April, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Chicago (CHI). 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£467

One-way from

£244

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£599

Good round-trip deal

£636 or less

Good one-way deal

£782 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 16/7-28/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to Chicago
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25/8
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 03m total
  • Edinburgh to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£62 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago (CHI).
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Wed 16/711:35EDI - ORD
1 stop12h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 28/717:40ORD - EDI
1 stop12h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/6£467
Wed 10/911:20EDI - ORD
2 stops17h 17mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 17/917:10ORD - EDI
1 stop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/6£473
Wed 10/909:00EDI - MDW
1 stop18h 26mAir France
Wed 17/910:35MDW - EDI
2 stops14h 10mAir France
Deal found 11/6£477
Wed 9/723:25EDI - ORD
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/715:45ORD - EDI
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£485
Wed 10/910:00EDI - MDW
1 stop17h 26mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 17/913:05MDW - EDI
1 stop17h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/6£489
Sat 20/911:30EDI - ORD
Nonstop8h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/918:20ORD - EDI
1 stop31h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6£495
Sat 19/709:00EDI - ORD
1 stop30h 09mLufthansa
Sat 26/706:00ORD - EDI
1 stop20h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 10/6£504
Wed 22/1009:10EDI - ORD
1 stop11h 30mDelta
Wed 12/1110:35ORD - EDI
2 stops18h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/6£513
Fri 10/1019:45EDI - ORD
2 stops50h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 18/1019:15ORD - EDI
2 stops41h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/6£514
Tue 15/711:30EDI - ORD
1 stop16h 58mJetBlue
Tue 29/712:06ORD - EDI
1 stop15h 09mJetBlue
Deal found 11/6£541
Thu 17/711:30EDI - MDW
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 24/709:40MDW - EDI
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£550
Wed 9/709:00EDI - ORD
1 stop13h 56mAir France
Mon 14/717:59ORD - EDI
1 stop12h 06mAir France
Deal found 11/6£551

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Depart

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Price

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/7

11:35-17:55

1 stop12h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 28/7

17:40-11:45

1 stop12h 05m

£467

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/9

11:20-22:37

2 stops17h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/9

17:10-10:45

1 stop11h 35m

£473

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/9

09:00-21:26

1 stop18h 26m

Chicago Midway

Wed 17/9

10:35-06:45

2 stops14h 10m

£477

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/7

23:25-19:00

1 stop25h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/7

15:45-13:40

1 stop15h 55m

£485

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/9

10:00-21:26

1 stop17h 26m

Chicago Midway

Wed 17/9

13:05-12:05

1 stop17h 00m

£489

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/7

09:00-09:09

1 stop30h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 26/7

18:40-08:25

Nonstop7h 45m

£504

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/8

20:45-16:10

1 stop25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

19:15-10:55

2 stops33h 40m

£540

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/7

11:30-22:28

1 stop16h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/7

12:06-09:15

1 stop15h 09m

£541

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/7

11:30-08:45

1 stop27h 15m

Chicago Midway

Thu 24/7

09:40-10:05

1 stop18h 25m

£550

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/7

09:00-16:56

1 stop13h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/7

17:59-12:05

1 stop12h 06m

£551

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Edinburgh to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago (average of £595). Flying from Edinburgh to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 EDI to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Edinburgh to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Chicago. 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 13 June 2025.

The most flights from EDI to CHI 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 Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edinburgh to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and Finnair. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
1,290 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
1,624 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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 Edinburgh to Chicago. 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 from for flights from Edinburgh to Chicago?

    For a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago, you will be flying from Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 7 airlines have flights to Chicago from Edinburgh Turnhouse on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at £467. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Atlantic and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at £473 and £477, respectively. British Airways is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £425. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aer Lingus and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to Chicago for a low price.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Edinburgh to Chicago on time: Air Canada (87%), United Airlines (87%), Lufthansa (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Edinburgh to Chicago is £572. On average you can expect to pay £752. The most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for £455.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago (average of £595). Flying from Edinburgh to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 7 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Chicago

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British AirwaysCheapest£387Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£434Average£531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£453Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Aer LingusCheapest£474Average£623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£488Average£577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£505Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£508Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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