Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Illinois from £272
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EDI — ORD
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
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1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 November 2026.
Thu 24/1215:05 -
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Deal found 9/11£414
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Deal found 12/11£473
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Deal found 13/11£516
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Deal found 9/11£550
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Deal found 12/11£583
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Deal found 11/11£589
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Deal found 9/11£700
Best flights from Edinburgh to Illinois
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 14 November 2026.
Sat 3/419:10 -
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Deal found 10/11£643
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Deal found 13/11£687
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Deal found 9/11£725
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Deal found 11/11£827
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Deal found 9/11£763
Direct flights from Edinburgh to Illinois
Explore direct flight options from Edinburgh to Illinois based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 14 November 2026.
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Deal found 14/11£805
Last-minute flights from Edinburgh to Illinois
Discover last-minute flight deals from Edinburgh to Illinois. Data last updated 14 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 19/1115:35 -
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Deal found 12/11£583
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Deal found 10/11£608
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Deal found 13/11£516
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Deal found 10/11£607
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Deal found 12/11£600
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Deal found 12/11£473
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Deal found 11/11£589
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Thu 24/1209:29 -
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Deal found 12/11£699
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Deal found 9/11£597
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Deal found 9/11£700
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Deal found 10/11£592
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1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 10/11£596
One-way flights from Edinburgh to Illinois
Search for one-way flight options from Edinburgh to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 14 November 2026.
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Deal found 12/11£272
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Deal found 12/11£275
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Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Illinois
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 14 November 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Illinois 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 14 November 2026.
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EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
EDIORD
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 17/12
07:10-15:30
3 stops38h 20m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£355
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
EDIORD
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Fri 4/12
15:20-17:20
3 stops32h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£370
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
EDIORD
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 4/4
15:45-14:00
3 stops28h 15m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£383
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
EDIORD
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Fri 29/1
06:05-19:15
1 stop19h 10m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£393
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MDW Chicago Midway
EDIMDW
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 14/1
19:45-16:18
3 stops26h 33m
Chicago Midway
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£408
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MDW Chicago Midway
EDIMDW
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Fri 29/1
06:25-23:46
3 stops47h 21m
Chicago Midway
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£422
Fastest return journey
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
EDIORD
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 9/5
11:30-14:05
Nonstop8h 35m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£423
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
EDIORD
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Wed 12/5
13:25-19:15
1 stop11h 50m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£434
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MDW Chicago Midway
EDIMDW
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Fri 4/12
18:25-16:06
3 stops51h 41m
Chicago Midway
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£435
EdinburghChicago
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
EDIORD
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Mon 10/5
19:35-16:00
1 stop26h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-07:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£443
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Illinois?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Illinois (average of £544). Flying from Edinburgh to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of £950). 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.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Illinois?
The price you pay for your flight from Edinburgh to Illinois may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated 14 November 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aer Lingus,United Airlines, andJetBlue from Edinburgh to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food could have been better. The chicken and rice dish was excellent. Not sure about the salads. And the pizza was horrible was lukewarm and had way too much dough. Staff was mixed. Some staff didn’t seem like they wanted to be there.
Food could have been better. The chicken and rice dish was excellent. Not sure about the salads. And the pizza was horrible was lukewarm and had way too much dough. Staff was mixed. Some staff didn’t seem like they wanted to be there.
Food could have been better. The chicken and rice dish was excellent. Not sure about the salads. And the pizza was horrible was lukewarm and had way too much dough. Staff was mixed. Some staff didn’t seem like they wanted to be there.
Food could have been better. The chicken and rice dish was excellent. Not sure about the salads. And the pizza was horrible was lukewarm and had way too much dough. Staff was mixed. Some staff didn’t seem like they wanted to be there.
Food could have been better. The chicken and rice dish was excellent. Not sure about the salads. And the pizza was horrible was lukewarm and had way too much dough. Staff was mixed. Some staff didn’t seem like they wanted to be there.
Food could have been better. The chicken and rice dish was excellent. Not sure about the salads. And the pizza was horrible was lukewarm and had way too much dough. Staff was mixed. Some staff didn’t seem like they wanted to be there.
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Illinois?
Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Edinburgh.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Illinois?
Scandinavian Airlines, Icelandair, and KLM can get you from Edinburgh to Illinois in just under 12h. Your travel time can differ by up to 32h 23m. Edinburgh and Illinois are separated by a distance of 3699 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to Illinois?
When deciding which route to take from Edinburgh to Illinois consider Edinburgh Turnhouse - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Chicago Midway or Edinburgh Turnhouse - Lambert-St Louis as they are the most popular.
What are the most reliable airlines from Edinburgh to Illinois?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Edinburgh to Illinois are Air Canada (60%), United Airlines (60%) and Lufthansa (60%).
What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Illinois?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Illinois? While on average our users pay £1,019, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £785. The most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around £473.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Illinois?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Illinois 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 Illinois?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Illinois (average of £544). Flying from Edinburgh to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of £950). 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.
Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Illinois. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 14 November 2026.
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