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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Chicago (EDI-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Chicago 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Edinburgh to O'Hare Intl

Fri, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 17
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 4:28 pmEDI-ORD
16h 43m2 stops
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2:30 pm - 10:40 amORD-EDI
14h 10m2 stops
$652Delta
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Mon, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 20
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9:10 am - 2:40 pmEDI-ORD
11h 30m1 stop
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10:22 am - 8:25 amORD-EDI
16h 03m2 stops
$653Delta
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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
American Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 3:25 pmEDI-ORD
12h 00m1 stop
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10:45 pm - 5:00 pmORD-EDI
13h 15m1 stop
$656American Airlines
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Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 20
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6:55 pm - 3:25 pmEDI-ORD
26h 30m1 stop
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9:45 pm - 3:15 pmORD-EDI
11h 30m1 stop
$659British Airways
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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 21
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8:40 am - 12:35 pmEDI-ORD
33h 55m2 stops
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6:00 am - 8:45 pmORD-EDI
32h 45m2 stops
$671Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Tue, Jan 20
British Airways Logo
7:30 am - 1:50 pmEDI-ORD
12h 20m1 stop
British Airways Logo
8:45 pm - 3:15 pmORD-EDI
12h 30m1 stop
$672British Airways
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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 21
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11:55 am - 7:00 pmEDI-ORD
13h 05m1 stop
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3:45 pm - 8:40 amORD-EDI
10h 55m1 stop
$684Aer Lingus
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Mon, Dec 29 - Mon, Jan 5
Aer Lingus Logo
8:20 am - 5:55 pmEDI-ORD
15h 35m1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
9:00 pm - 2:45 pmORD-EDI
11h 45m1 stop
$768Aer Lingus
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Fri, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 1:55 pmEDI-ORD
8h 25mnonstop
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2:39 pm - 10:35 amORD-EDI
13h 56m1 stop
$789United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 24 - Sun, Dec 28
United Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 11:44 pmEDI-ORD
17h 14m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:24 pm - 10:30 amORD-EDI
15h 06m1 stop
$791United Airlines
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Everything you should know

Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Check-in at EDI is easy with a security wait tracker.
Take the CTA Blue Line train from ORD to downtown.
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Delta
Cheapest • from $652 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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April
Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest round-trip
$652
Overall average: $723
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EDI - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$784
Lufthansa
Wed 10/15Wed 10/22
EDI - ORD • Non-stop
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Expert advice for your flight from Edinburgh to O'Hare Intl

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization 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 original 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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Lufthansa

Lufthansa Premium Economy offers 50% more space and an extra checked bag.


Lufthansa provides 11 special meal choices, including gluten-free and halal options.

Read more about Lufthansaby Jessica Macdonald
United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access, ideal for long-haul comfort.


United Polaris Lounge provides luxurious dining with seated meals and less crowded spaces.

Airports
EDI

Check-in at EDI is straightforward with live security wait time tracker available online to plan your arrival.

Read more about EDIby John Walton
ORD

For a quick trip to downtown Chicago from ORD, take the CTA Blue Line train, which runs 24/7 and avoids traffic.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Edinburgh to O'Hare Intl flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Chicago?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is April, where tickets cost $698 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,059 and $1,000 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $803 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$479
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 19% increase in price.
Flight from Edinburgh to Chicago

When to book flights from Edinburgh to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Edinburgh to Chicago flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $479 for a one-way ticket and $652 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Edinburgh and Chicago?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Edinburgh and on arrival in Chicago.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Edinburgh to Chicago?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Edinburgh to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edinburgh to Chicago?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to Chicago?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Edinburgh to Chicago, United Airlines or Aer Lingus?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Edinburgh to Chicago are United Airlines and Aer Lingus. With an average price for the route of $916 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Aer Lingus is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $900 and an overall rating of 7.2.

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

    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 Edinburgh to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Edinburgh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline. Booking your flights between Edinburgh and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Chicago from Edinburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $820 or less one-way.

Prefer to fly direct from Edinburgh to Chicago?

 
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Thursday

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Edinburgh to O'Hare Intl

 
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United AirlinesOverall score based on 8926 reviews
6.6Food
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
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My flight was delayed about 1 1/2 hours in Chicago, but other then that it was a good flight.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Aug 2025YOW - ORD
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My flight was delayed about 1 1/2 hours in Chicago, but other then that it was a good flight.

Flight attendant in first class gave poor service (like he didn't want to be there) and food was awful. We sat waiting for gate upon arrival over 45 mins.

Inoperable monitor left no entert for 9 hours. Crew was not helpful Food was awful.

Weather delay in Chicago?. No sense of urgency to make connection in Chicago for our connecting flight that wasn't delayed. Connection was missed.

Overall it was good. I missed my connection but I was put on another flight.

Overall a very poor experience - booked premium economy tickets but due to last minute flight delays , all my itinery went for a toss and had to fly economy class with no access to lounge or any compensation by united airlines to make up for the flight delays . i had expected better experience than that from united.

It was fine, definitely older planes with no charging or anything. There’s no entertainment set up on board, but it is nice that they allow you to access the in flight entertainment from your phone without having to pay for the Wi-Fi and they do offer free texting.

I liked that the flight was nonstop from ORD to CIU for $200 round trip.

All flight attendants could benefit by taking an international flight on Qantas Airline. Qantas attendants are much more hospitable in every way. Much superior than and attendants on any US airline.

While the staff was pleasant and helpful, the following observations are for your awareness. There was some delay on the tarmac on take off and landing. The paid lunch/food offerings were limited. Entertainment was only available on WiFi at a cost.

Better food than other airlines and the flight staff was very attentive and nice.

Delays resulting in missed connecting flight. Attendant failed to arrange special assistance as promised to get us on connecting flight. Robyn was the particular attendant.

Very good except for the boarding process which was more hectic than it should have been

The flight from Cincinnati to Philadelphia was satisfactory and uneventful.

All of my Aer Lingus flights were delayed. The seat I purchased with extra leg room was exactly the same as my previous seat that was free. I would appreciate my money back.

It was fine. Not worth the premium price. Overhead bins were so high I could barely reach and no crew offered to help me. Average food. Lounge in Dublin - 51st and green- absolutely appalling. Plagued with hordes of flies, dirty, meager food and beverages. Shameful.

Dear Aer Lingus Customer Care, I am writing to formally raise a complaint regarding my recent experience on Aer Lingus flight EI53 from Dublin to Seattle on 22/08/2025. Both my wife and I were seated in 15D, 15E directly under a faulty air conditioning unit. Even though the unit was switched off, cold air continued seeping through the sides and blew directly onto us for the entire duration of the flight (over 9 hours). We reported the issue to the cabin crew, but the only attempted solution was placing a piece of food-packaging sticker over the vent. Unsurprisingly, this had no effect. When we pressed further, the crew told us: “It is hard to fix it because we don’t have an engineer on board.” As a result, my wife and I remained exposed to constant cold airflow for the whole flight, and both of us became unwell afterwards, experiencing chills, sore throat and fever at the end of the flight. This has caused significant distress, disrupted our work plans. This experience highlights both a serious maintenance issue and a lack of adequate care for passengers. We therefore request: A full investigation into the defective AC system on this aircraft. An explanation of why no effective remedy (such as reseating us) was provided. Compensation for the illness and disruption caused to both myself and my wife. We ask for a full written response within 28 days. Should this matter not be satisfactorily resolved, we are prepared to escalate the complaint to the Irish Aviation Authority and Commission for Aviation Regulation and other relevant authorities. Thank you for your urgent attention to this matter. Sincerely, Temuujin Tuvshingal Myagmarsuren Ganbold

Best travel day I've had in a long time. Everything went perfectly, no delays. 10 out of 10

Not JetBlue's fault but Aer Lingus never explained how to transfer to JetBlue.

Poor check-in experience in Manchester. Delayed boarding and check-in agent never explained how to transfer in NYC to JetBlue.

what would have been better would have been that my booking not been canceled by the system and had I been informed that the booking had been cancelled by the system I could have immediately rebooked and not found out that there was an issue when I was told by the system that I needed to book in. It would have also been good if either the booking agent or BA or anyone been in anyway useful. In the end I had to rebook a flight at an additional cost of $350. So no I'm not impressed by BA any of the other parties involved.

we had to walk up stairs to get into the plane--no jetways. Perhaps that's a problem not with the airline but with facilities at Heathrow, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. But it was inconvenient.

Boarding was poor. Why are first class passengers not boarded first?! Bus to the plane and then held on a packed bus because we were waiting for people on the bus before to finish boarding. Seat belt on the fist clas seat is very uncomfortable, cutting into your neck. Other than that crew, seating and food were all excellent. Entertainment, as usual - rubbish.

Flight was delayed but my previous flight was as well so It worked to my advantage. This was my first time in first class. I don't think they ever stopped feeding us. The seating area was very spacious and comfortable. The attendants were wonderful, warm, friendly and very personable.

We had a pretty good experience. Enjoyed both the flights. Crew was very good and helpful.

They issued seat assignments and sat my 2 year-old in the row behind me, separate from me and my daughter. Communication/ customer service was terrible. They told me to change it in London, then in London, they told me to talk to the cabin crew, then a supervisor came and stuck us in the back of the plane when we were supposed to be in row 25. Overall, they need to really work on their customer service. Additionally the food was terrible and they ran out of meals and didn’t have any kid options. To top it off there was no in-flight entertainment for the first hour of the trip.

Not so good with their baggage handling as they damaged one of my check in luggage

On time. Clean. Efficient. Just what is required for the short hop.

bad, made it to connecting flight and they didnt let me board

Our luggage didn’t arrive with us, that puts a damper on the whole trip.

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