How long does a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh take?

A direct flight to Edinburgh will take on average 7h 45m to travel the 3,699 miles flying distance from Chicago. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How many flights are there between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Edinburgh per day?

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and lands in Edinburgh, with an average flight time of 7h 50m. The most common departure time is 18:00 and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh was £248 for a one-way ticket and £628 for a return. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What’s the earliest departure time from Chicago to Edinburgh?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at 18:35 and will be landing in Edinburgh at 08:25.

What’s the latest departure time from Chicago to Edinburgh?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh jets off at 18:40 and lands at 08:25.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Edinburgh?

The Boeing 757-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Edinburgh flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and Edinburgh.

On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Edinburgh?

There are direct flights from Chicago to Edinburgh on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Edinburgh. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Edinburgh?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Edinburgh?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Chicago to Edinburgh were found on Scandinavian Airlines (£470) and JetBlue (£503).

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Cheap Flight Deals from Chicago to Edinburgh (ORD-EDI)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Chicago to Edinburgh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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19:15 - 07:20ORD-EDI

30h 05m2 stops

19:45 - 16:10EDI-ORD

26h 25m2 stops

£470Scandinavian Airlines

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Thu, 9 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct

19:25 - 23:00ORD-EDI

21h 35m2 stops

07:40 - 21:15EDI-ORD

19h 35m2 stops

£487

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Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug

19:15 - 12:30ORD-EDI

35h 15m2 stops

11:10 - 16:10EDI-ORD

35h 00m2 stops

£489Scandinavian Airlines

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Mon, 6 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct

13:35 - 09:15ORD-EDI

13h 40m1 stop

11:30 - 20:54EDI-ORD

15h 24m1 stop

£503JetBlue

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Tue, 23 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct

13:35 - 09:15ORD-EDI

13h 40m1 stop

11:30 - 20:54EDI-ORD

15h 24m1 stop

£504JetBlue

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Tue, 23 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct

21:15 - 14:40ORD-EDI

11h 25m1 stop

20:30 - 13:50EDI-ORD

23h 20m1 stop

£505British Airways

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Mon, 19 May - Mon, 26 May

19:05 - 08:40ORD-EDI

31h 35m1 stop

13:55 - 15:55EDI-ORD

32h 00m1 stop

£508SWISS

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Mon, 18 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug

19:50 - 09:35ORD-EDI

31h 45m1 stop

10:35 - 09:40EDI-ORD

29h 05m1 stop

£527Turkish Airlines

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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct

11:25 - 09:35ORD-EDI

16h 10m1 stop

16:50 - 09:40EDI-ORD

22h 50m1 stop

£528Turkish Airlines

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Wed, 17 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct

19:10 - 13:05ORD-EDI

11h 55m1 stop

08:05 - 13:50EDI-ORD

11h 45m1 stop

£528British Airways

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Edinburgh

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.

KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.

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United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access for enhanced comfort on long-haul flights.

United Premium Plus provides extra legroom and reclining seats, ideal for long-haul comfort.

Read more about United Airlinesby Stefanie Waldek

Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Premium Economy offers 50% more space and an extra checked bag for long-haul flights.

Lufthansa provides 11 special meal choices, including vegetarian and vegan, for dietary needs.

Read more about Lufthansaby Jessica Macdonald

Airports

ORD

Security lines at ORD can be 30 minutes or longer during peak times. Arrive early to ensure a smooth departure.

EDI

The Airlink 100 bus connects EDI to Edinburgh city centre every 10 minutes, taking around 30 minutes to reach Waverley Bridge.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Edinburgh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Prices

Airlines

For Chicago to Edinburgh, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Edinburgh back to Chicago, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh is January, where tickets cost £560 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,149 and £1,038 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low season	February
High season	September
Cheapest flight	£186

Best time to beat the crowds (23% less expensive on average)

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.

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Estimated return price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh?
In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Edinburgh was £248 for a one-way ticket and £628 for a return.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Edinburgh?
The Boeing 757-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Edinburgh flight route.
Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?
Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and Edinburgh.
On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Edinburgh?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Edinburgh on a daily basis.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Edinburgh.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Edinburgh?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Edinburgh?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Edinburgh?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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