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Flights from Edinburgh to Chicago

Airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Chicago

Choose from 3 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Chicago, including British Airways, Aer Lingus and American Airlines. easyJet currently offers the cheapest ticket on this route.
British Airways logo British Airways
Aer Lingus logo Aer Lingus
American Airlines logo American Airlines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Edinburgh to Chicago according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Find the cheapest flight options from Edinburgh to Chicago over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from £351 and round-trip tickets from £489.

Displayed flight fares from Edinburgh to Chicago are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Flight details for Edinburgh to Chicago

The distance between Edinburgh and Chicago is 5,949.86km. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is November.

Cheapest one-way flight price£351
Cheapest return ticket price£489
Off-season travel monthNovember
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance5,949.86km
Popular airlineBritish Airways
Flight statistics for the Edinburgh–Chicago route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Chicago (CHI)?

    Based on Trip.com data, easyJet offers one-way fares as low as £351 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. EDI to ORD on Thu, Apr 2), while British Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £489 departing on Sun, Feb 22 and returning on Sat, Feb 28.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Edinburgh to Chicago with the following airlines, including: Aer Lingus Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 7 flight per week flying from Edinburgh to Chicago. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air Canada: -/-/-/-/-/-/- -- AC3631 (13:02)
  • To find best deals on flights from Edinburgh to Chicago, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Apr 2, with one-way flights priced at just £351.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is easyJet.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chicago travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Edinburgh to Chicago is November, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our February flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh to Chicago on February 16, 2026 with Ryanair UK, with prices starting at £382.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Chicago, with Edinburgh Airport to O'Hare International Airport (EDI-ORD) is by far the most common option on this route: Midway International Airport (MDW) O'Hare International Airport (ORD) Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD).
  • The time difference between Chicago and Edinburgh is 6h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flights to Chicago from Edinburgh

Renowned for its culture and history, cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chicago have become a go-to for fun-filled city breaks and relaxing getaways alike. With prices starting from just £244, there’s never been a better time to travel from Edinburgh to Chicago. A convenient destination to get to, you can fly from Edinburgh to Chicago in just under 8 hours 40 mins and be experiencing the excitement of the city in no time at all. Ready to start planning the perfect adventure? Find tickets from Edinburgh to Chicago at Trip.com.

How to find cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chicago

Looking for ways to secure cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chicago? Booking tickets in advance instead of leaving it to the last minute, choosing early morning or late-night flight times, and opting to fly with budget airlines are just some of the ways you can save money.

Airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Chicago

There are a range of airlines offering direct flights from Edinburgh to Chicago, including British Airways, American Airlines.

Flight distance & Flight time from Edinburgh to Chicago

The average flight time from Edinburgh to Chicago is 8 hours 40 mins, with a distance of 3705 miles between the two cities.

Departure from Edinburgh Airport to Chicago

Located just 8 miles from the city centre, Edinburgh Airport is easy to get to. Trams from the city centre to the airport take just 30 minutes and depart every 7 to 10 minutes. Tickets cost £7.50 and you can catch the tram from Princes Street. You can also get a 30-minute Airlink 100 bus from St Andrews Square, with prices starting from £5.50 for adults and £2.75 for children. The Airlink 100 Bus departs every 10 minutes, making it a convenient choice, too.

Trip.com airline insights on flights from Edinburgh to Chicago

Which airlines offer the cheapest direct flights from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Data is based on the past 12 months and reflects the average fare of all direct flights from Edinburgh to Chicago on Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the airline offering the cheapest direct flights from Edinburgh to Chicago is Icelandair, with an average fare of £577.

£509
£577
£646
£715
£783
Icelandair
£577
Icelandair
Jetblue Airways
£598
Jetblue Airways
Aer Lingus
£610
Aer Lingus
Turkish Airlines
£708
Turkish Airlines
British Airways
£727
British Airways
United Airlines
£783
United Airlines