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Cheap flights from Illinois to Edinburgh from £208

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — EDI
21 Jun — 28 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Edinburgh

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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 22 May 2026.

Wed 14/1019:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 19/1019:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/5£526
Wed 28/1020:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 4/1119:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/5£534
Thu 1/1019:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 5/1019:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/5£535
Sun 11/1019:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 20/1019:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/5£538
Thu 1/1019:15
ORD
-
EDI
2 stops17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/1019:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 21/5£544
Wed 4/1119:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/1119:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 18/5£544
Thu 22/1019:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 25/1019:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/5£546
Thu 29/1020:15
ORD
-
EDI
2 stops56h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 1/1119:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 21/5£547
Wed 7/1019:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 16/1019:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/5£550
Tue 29/919:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 9/1019:40
EDI
-
ORD
2 stops50h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/5£550
Sat 17/1014:40
STL
-
EDI
2 stops46h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1009:00
EDI
-
STL
2 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5£585
Wed 10/610:15
MDW
-
EDI
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/611:30
EDI
-
MDW
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£590

Find flight deals from Illinois to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated 22 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£526

One-way from

£208

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£774
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 14/10-19/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 10m total
  • Illinois to Edinburgh
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3/6
  • 3/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Illinois to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£92 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/11

19:15-18:25

1 stop17h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/11

19:10-21:33

2 stops32h 23m

£618

ChicagoEdinburgh

ORD - EDI

ORDEDI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/10

11:25-15:55

1 stop22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 21/10

16:55-09:40

1 stop22h 45m

£637

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 26/8

12:10-07:40

1 stop13h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/9

09:00-14:00

1 stop11h 00m

£668

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 16/9

06:00-08:05

2 stops20h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

09:00-14:00

1 stop11h 00m

£672

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 20/9

08:00-10:35

2 stops20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 25/9

09:40-22:30

2 stops18h 50m

£673

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/11

10:23-07:55

2 stops15h 32m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/11

09:25-22:06

2 stops18h 41m

£674

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 10/9

07:00-08:05

1 stop19h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/9

09:00-14:00

1 stop11h 00m

£744

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 29/8

18:54-08:05

2 stops31h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 6/9

09:40-23:38

1 stop19h 58m

£745

St. LouisEdinburgh

STL - EDI

STLEDI

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 28/8

21:35-17:35

1 stop14h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

19:35-19:30

1 stop29h 55m

£783

ChicagoEdinburgh

MDW - EDI

MDWEDI

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/11

12:30-10:40

2 stops16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/11

11:15-21:45

2 stops16h 30m

£789

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh (average of £41). Flying from Illinois to Edinburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of £448). 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 22 May 2026.

When flying from Illinois to Edinburgh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 22 May 2026.

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).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Illinois to Edinburgh?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Illinois to Edinburgh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 14 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh. It is only a 6.8 mi journey from Turnhouse (EDI) to Edinburgh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Edinburgh?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Edinburgh can take about 13h 30m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £668. Illinois and Edinburgh are separated by a distance of 3950 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Edinburgh are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse, Chicago Midway - Edinburgh Turnhouse and Lambert-St Louis - Edinburgh Turnhouse.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh consider choosing Air Canada (80%), United Airlines (80%) or Lufthansa (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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 holiday 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Edinburgh (average of £41). Flying from Illinois to Edinburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of £448). 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 airline flying from Illinois to Edinburgh

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Aer LingusCheapest£342Average£459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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