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

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

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.

Icelandair
Tue, 10 Mar. - Wed, 25 Mar.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,008 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,008
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Tue, 10 Mar. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Wed, 25 Mar., priced at AU$1,008 found 3 days ago
Aer Lingus
Tue, 26 Aug. - Thu, 18 Sep.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,087 Return, found 15 hours ago
AU$1,087
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Tue, 26 Aug. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at AU$1,087 found 15 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 10 Mar. - Wed, 25 Mar.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,099 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,099
Return
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 10 Mar. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Wed, 25 Mar., priced at AU$1,099 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, 27 Aug. - Mon, 15 Sep.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,101 Return, found 15 hours ago
AU$1,101
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Mon, 15 Sep., priced at AU$1,101 found 15 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, 27 Aug. - Wed, 17 Sep.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,113 Return, found 15 hours ago
AU$1,113
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Wed, 17 Sep., priced at AU$1,113 found 15 hours ago
British Airways
Tue, 10 Mar. - Wed, 25 Mar.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,169 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,169
Return
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, 10 Mar. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Wed, 25 Mar., priced at AU$1,169 found 3 days ago
Virgin Atlantic
Fri, 3 Oct. - Fri, 10 Oct.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,242 Return, found 19 hours ago
AU$1,242
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Fri, 3 Oct. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Fri, 10 Oct., priced at AU$1,242 found 19 hours ago
Delta
Fri, 3 Oct. - Fri, 10 Oct.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,242 Return, found 19 hours ago
AU$1,242
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 3 Oct. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Fri, 10 Oct., priced at AU$1,242 found 19 hours ago
Lufthansa
Tue, 10 Mar. - Wed, 25 Mar.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,272 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,272
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, 10 Mar. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Wed, 25 Mar., priced at AU$1,272 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, 10 Mar. - Wed, 25 Mar.
EDI
Edinburgh
ORD
Chicago
AU$1,327 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,327
Return
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 10 Mar. from Edinburgh to Chicago, returning Wed, 25 Mar., priced at AU$1,327 found 3 days ago

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$765 - AU$1,502 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Edinburgh to Chicago route information
Origin airport
Edinburgh
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Return price
AU$1,007
Distance
5922 km
Average flight time
8 hours 35 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Edinburgh to Chicago

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to O'Hare Airport?
If you're planning on travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to ORD, round-trip journeys start from AU$1,008. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't delay. Book today and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from EDI to ORD 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 Edinburgh Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to O'Hare Airport?
The distance is around 6 000 kilometres, so pack your carry-on bag with all the things you need to make your journey comfortable. Not sure what to take on board your Edinburgh to Chicago flight? A neck pillow, earplugs and a sleep mask are a few essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh Airport to O'Hare Airport?
Flying nonstop between Edinburgh Airport and O'Hare Airport isn't possible at this time. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to Chicago with at least one stop.
Are EDI to O'Hare Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can occasionally find a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from EDI to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) emerging a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals regularly — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines advertise prices that far in advance.

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