Cheap flights from Illinois to Scotland from £148

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — EDI
12 Jun — 19 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Scotland

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Scotland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Scotland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 May 2026.

Sun 1/1118:30
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1109:45
GLA
-
ORD
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5£499
Thu 12/1118:30
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1120:30
GLA
-
ORD
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£503
Sun 15/1118:30
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1109:30
GLA
-
ORD
2 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5£507
Mon 7/922:25
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/921:35
GLA
-
ORD
2 stops40h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£510
Thu 12/1118:30
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 25m
Icelandair
Mon 23/1111:55
GLA
-
ORD
1 stop11h 25m
Icelandair
Deal found 13/5£518
Sat 5/922:25
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/921:20
GLA
-
ORD
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£520
Wed 7/1019:25
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop12h 00m
Icelandair
Fri 16/1014:20
GLA
-
ORD
1 stop9h 55m
Icelandair
Deal found 12/5£522
Sat 5/922:25
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/921:15
GLA
-
ORD
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£524
Wed 28/1019:30
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 25m
Icelandair
Fri 6/1111:55
GLA
-
ORD
1 stop11h 25m
Icelandair
Deal found 11/5£525
Wed 14/1019:25
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop12h 00m
Icelandair
Mon 19/1014:20
GLA
-
ORD
1 stop9h 55m
Icelandair
Deal found 13/5£526
Sun 6/922:25
ORD
-
GLA
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/917:40
GLA
-
ORD
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£526
Thu 5/1119:15
ORD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 13/1119:10
EDI
-
ORD
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/5£535

Find flight deals from Illinois to Scotland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Scotland flight deals. Data was last updated 13 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£499

One-way from

£148

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£768
1/11-18/11
  • 1/11-18/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 00m total
  • Illinois to Scotland
Aer Lingus
  • Aer Lingus
  • 10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 25m total
  • Illinois to Scotland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£89 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Scotland that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

St. LouisInverness

STL - INV

STLINV

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 18/10

21:40-21:35

1 stop17h 55m

Inverness

Fri 23/10

10:25-19:30

1 stop15h 05m

£566

ChicagoInverness

ORD - INV

ORDINV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 22/10

19:05-21:30

1 stop20h 25m

Inverness

Thu 29/10

19:45-14:50

1 stop24h 05m

£592

ChicagoGlasgow

ORD - GLA

ORDGLA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 30/8

19:25-13:25

1 stop12h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 16/9

14:20-18:15

1 stop9h 55m

£596

St. LouisInverness

STL - INV

STLINV

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 16/10

21:35-21:35

1 stop18h 00m

Inverness

Fri 23/10

10:25-19:30

1 stop15h 05m

£601

ChicagoInverness

MDW - INV

MDWINV

Chicago Midway

Fri 21/8

09:59-10:25

2 stops18h 26m

Inverness

Fri 28/8

06:25-22:36

2 stops22h 11m

£604

St. LouisInverness

STL - INV

STLINV

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 16/10

07:35-10:20

2 stops20h 45m

Inverness

Fri 23/10

07:50-19:30

1 stop17h 40m

£605
Fastest return journey

ChicagoGlasgow

ORD - GLA

ORDGLA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

22:25-13:25

1 stop9h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Fri 18/9

14:20-18:15

1 stop9h 55m

£606

ChicagoInverness

ORD - INV

ORDINV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/10

16:20-17:00

1 stop18h 40m

Inverness

Sat 10/10

06:25-14:15

1 stop13h 50m

£630

ChicagoInverness

ORD - INV

ORDINV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/10

16:20-10:40

1 stop12h 20m

Inverness

Sat 10/10

06:25-14:15

1 stop13h 50m

£630

ChicagoGlasgow

ORD - GLA

ORDGLA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 16/8

16:20-16:15

1 stop17h 55m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 7/9

13:30-14:15

1 stop30h 45m

£647

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Scotland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Scotland

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Illinois to Scotland, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Scotland (average of £36). Flying from Illinois to Scotland in November is currently the most expensive (average of £351). 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 SCT?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Scotland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Scotland as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Scotland

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Scotland. 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 May 2026.

The most flights from USIL to GBSCT 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 Scotland?

Reviews of airlines servicing Scotland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Scotland. 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 Scotland. Reviews last updated 13 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aer Lingus from Illinois to Scotland 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.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SFO - DUB

The boarding went smoothly, the crew were great and helped me with an extra pillow, the food was good including complementary wine with dinner (economy seating), and I was able to sleep. The flight arrived early which helped with connections. Overall a great experience.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SFO - DUB

The boarding went smoothly, the crew were great and helped me with an extra pillow, the food was good including complementary wine with dinner (economy seating), and I was able to sleep. The flight arrived early which helped with connections. Overall a great experience.

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  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Scotland?

    Airlines like British Airways, Icelandair, and Delta fly from Illinois to Scotland in about 12h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 26m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3663 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Scotland that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Scotland?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Scotland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Scotland 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 Scotland?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Scotland (average of £36). Flying from Illinois to Scotland in November is currently the most expensive (average of £351). 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 Scotland

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest£339Average£455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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