Question 1

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around £604 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Edinburgh for as low as £530 on momondo.

Question 2

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago

Question 3

How have Edinburgh to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

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As of January 2026, prices for Edinburgh to Chicago flights are approximately 55% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 4

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

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British Airways, Aer Lingus and Icelandair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Edinburgh according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 5

Can stopping save me money on Edinburgh to Chicago flights?

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No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Edinburgh to Chicago.

Question 6

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

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The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Edinburgh is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around £509, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Chicago from Edinburgh during March instead. Flights to Chicago in March, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around £520.

Question 7

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Edinburgh and Chicago?

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London (LHR) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 8

What cabin class options are available on Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago flights?

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 9

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 55m.

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £695. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around £843.

Question 11

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Boston (BOS) offer the lowest average return price of £532.

Question 12

What is the cheapest Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Edinburgh Turnhouse - Chicago flight prices

Question 13

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 08m.

Question 14

Which cities can you reach easily once you arrive at Chicago airports?

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Chicago O’Hare services a wide regional area. Apart from the city of Chicago itself, you can easily access many other nearby destinations by road and rail. For example, there are dedicated bus lines to take you to cities such as Kenosha or Milwaukee. There are non-stop coach lines to West Lafayette in Indiana and Champaign, Illinois. The airport is well connected by road, so if you hire a car, you can head for destinations like Rockford and Dubuque conveniently and without delay. Midway Airport is also very well connected to the broader rail network, giving you fast access to destinations like Bloomington, St Louis and Indianapolis.

Question 15

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Chicago. However, there are daily flights with stopovers travelling from Edinburgh to two Chicago airports: Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Chicago Midway (MDW), with most flights arriving at Chicago O’Hare. You can fly with British Airways from Edinburgh to Chicago (ORD) with a one-hour stopover in London Heathrow (LHR). KLM also flies this route with a stopover in Amsterdam of around three hours and 50 minutes. Aer Lingus can bring you from Edinburgh to Chicago via its Dublin hub. The transit will take two hours and 55 minutes. Virgin Atlantic flies to Chicago O’hare via Amsterdam with a total time of around 16 hours and 30 minutes. You can also travel to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) with KLM from Edinburgh. This flight has two transits - first in Amsterdam (AMS) and then in Atlanta (ATL) before arriving in Midway. The total travel time is about 16 hours 25 minutes. Air France also flies to Chicago Midway from Edinburgh with a two-stop transit. The first stopover is in Paris Charles de Gaulle before continuing to Detroit (DTW) before arriving in Midway. The total travel time is 17 hours 15 minutes.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in Edinburgh and Chicago?

There are plenty of convenient ways to get to Edinburgh Airport from the city centre, including taxis, buses, trains and tram connections. You can buy combined train and tram connections that link each of the main Edinburgh train stations with the airport terminals. You can take the train to a major station, such as Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh Waverley or Haymarket and then finish the journey by tram. You can take the Airlink 100 route directly to the airport. which leaves from Edinburgh city centre. When you arrive in Chicago O’Hare, you can take the Blue Line train to the city centre. It runs 24 hours a day. The Go Airport Express bus service operates bus connections between the airport and the city and its suburbs. You can find them outside the baggage reclaim area. If you are arriving in Chicago Midway, you can travel to central Chicago by train on the CTA Orange Line. Pace Buses operate a number of lines from Midway to Chicago. Route 379, for example, will bring you to Orland Square Mall, and Route 55 Garfield will bring you to the Museum of Science and Industry stop near the city centre.

What are the benefits of the different airports in Edinburgh and Chicago?

Edinburgh Airport is a major UK airport with many passenger amenities. It has hotels on the airport campus, business lounges, restaurants, cafes and bars, and retail areas. You'll also find mother and baby changing areas, children’s play areas, cash machines, currency exchange desks, and fast track services. Both Chicago airports, O’Hare and Midway, are modern international airports with excellent passenger amenities. There are hotels on both airport campuses, restaurant and bar facilities, retail areas, cash machines and family facilities. All airports on this route offer services and assistance facilities for passengers with limited mobility or sensory issues. If you need to access these services, alert your airline at least 48 hours in advance of travel, and they can make arrangements for you.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chicago.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chicago.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £695. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around £843.

What is the cheapest Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Edinburgh Turnhouse - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

What cabin class options are available on Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Edinburgh to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Edinburgh to Chicago.

How have Edinburgh to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Edinburgh to Chicago flights are approximately 55% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago?

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Edinburgh and Chicago?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Flights via Boston (BOS) offer the lowest average return price of £532.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 55m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Edinburgh to Chicago?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 08m.

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