Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Edinburgh (EDI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Aer Lingus
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,104 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,104
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,104 found 4 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,195 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,195
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,195 found 4 days ago
United
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,211 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,211
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,211 found 4 days ago
United
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,220 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,220
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,220 found 4 days ago
United
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,222 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,222
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,222 found 4 days ago
United
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,230 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,230
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,230 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,232 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,232
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,232 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,320 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,320
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,320 found 4 days ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 16 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,437 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,437
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Tue, 16 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Tue, 23 Sep., priced at AU$1,437 found 4 days ago
United
Sun, 21 Sep. - Sun, 28 Sep.
ORD
Chicago
EDI
Edinburgh
AU$1,462 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$1,462
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep. from Chicago to Edinburgh, returning Sun, 28 Sep., priced at AU$1,462 found 20 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Edinburgh (EDI)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$865 - AU$2,077 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Chicago to Edinburgh route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Edinburgh
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Return price
AU$1,104
Distance
5922 km
Average flight time
7 hours 45 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Chicago to Edinburgh

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Find cheap flights from Chicago to Edinburgh

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,104 to AU$1,462, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Chicago to Edinburgh around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Edinburgh is normally in September.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from O'Hare Airport to EDI?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price quoted for a round-trip journey from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) was AU$1,104. Fares this cheap don't wait forever, so make sure you book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to EDI?
This varies from airline to airline, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from O'Hare Airport to Edinburgh Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for ORD to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Edinburgh Airport?
You'll have 6 000 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Chicago to Edinburgh route. Wear comfy clothes and consider taking a pair of noise-cancelling headphones.
Which airlines fly direct from ORD to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
If you want to travel straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Edinburgh Airport, you'll need to book a flight with at least one stop. Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly directly between these airports.
Are O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to EDI flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may nab a great last-minute deal, it's never something you can count on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid getting stuck in the dreaded middle seat! We're always updating our fares to bring you the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

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