How long is the flight from Scotland to Illinois?

The average flight duration from Scotland to Illinois depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Edinburgh to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 8h 35m on average, while flying from Glasgow to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 9h 55m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Illinois.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to Illinois?

Icelandair, British Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to Illinois

Which airlines fly to Illinois?

Aer Lingus, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Scotland according to our data. Aer Lingus is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Illinois?

Prices for flights from Scotland to Illinois refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Illinois?

The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to Illinois is 7 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Illinois?

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 Scotland to Illinois.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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14:15 - 21:25

EDI

ORD

13h 10m

1 stop

19:25 - 13:20

ORD

EDI

11h 55m

1 stop

£500Icelandair

Fri, 17 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr

13:40 - 18:15

EDI

ORD

34h 35m

2 stops

22:25 - 00:25

ORD

EDI

20h 00m

2 stops

£510Multiple Airlines

Fri, 17 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr

07:20 - 18:15

EDI

ORD

16h 55m

2 stops

19:25 - 17:30

ORD

EDI

16h 05m

2 stops

£518Multiple Airlines

Wed, 8 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr

06:25 - 14:30

INV

ORD

14h 05m

1 stop

11:09 - 12:45

ORD

INV

19h 36m

2 stops

£663Virgin Atlantic

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

09:00 - 16:26

EDI

MDW

13h 26m

1 stop

12:53 - 09:20

MDW

EDI

14h 27m

2 stops

£665Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

15:50 - 13:20

INV

ORD

27h 30m

2 stops

12:40 - 10:20

ORD

INV

15h 40m

2 stops

£686British Airways

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

15:50 - 13:20

INV

ORD

27h 30m

2 stops

12:40 - 15:00

ORD

INV

20h 20m

2 stops

£687British Airways

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

12:00 - 22:19

GLA

STL

16h 19m

2 stops

12:25 - 11:30

STL

GLA

17h 05m

2 stops

£837Aer Lingus

Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May

12:30 - 23:57

EDI

MLI

17h 27m

2 stops

15:20 - 10:35

MLI

EDI

13h 15m

2 stops

£919United Airlines

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

12:30 - 12:58

EDI

MLI

30h 28m

2 stops

08:25 - 08:25

MLI

EDI

18h 00m

1 stop

£953United Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

JetBlue flights from Scotland to Illinois

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JetBlue

7 May

EDI11:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 23m

1 stop

ORD20:53Chicago O'Hare Intl

14 May

ORD08:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 45m

1 stop

EDI09:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£549

JetBlue

23 Apr

EDI11:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 30m

1 stop

ORD09:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

30 Apr

ORD08:31Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 49m

1 stop

EDI09:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£550

JetBlue

7 May

EDI11:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 06m

1 stop

ORD21:36Chicago O'Hare Intl

30 May

ORD13:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

EDI10:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£581

KLM flights from Scotland to Illinois

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KLM

6 May

GLA06:00Glasgow Intl

14h 30m

1 stop

ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

13 May

ORD12:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 55m

2 stops

GLA08:25Glasgow Intl

£638

KLM

11 May

EDI09:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 09m

1 stop

MDW21:09Chicago Midway

26 May

MDW12:53Chicago Midway

16h 57m

1 stop

EDI11:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

£694

KLM

30 Mar

GLA09:10Glasgow Intl

15h 30m

2 stops

MDW18:40Chicago Midway

6 Apr

MDW19:20Chicago Midway

14h 50m

2 stops

GLA16:10Glasgow Intl

£1,495

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EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 17/4

14:15-21:25

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

19:25-13:20

1 stop11h 55m

£500

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EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 17/4

13:40-18:15

2 stops34h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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22:25-00:25

2 stops20h 00m

£510

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/4

07:20-18:15

2 stops16h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/4

19:25-17:30

2 stops16h 05m

£518

InvernessChicago

INV - ORD

INVORD

Inverness

Mon 4/5

06:25-14:30

1 stop14h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

11:09-12:45

2 stops19h 36m

£663

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EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 6/5

09:00-16:26

1 stop13h 26m

Chicago Midway

Wed 13/5

12:53-09:20

2 stops14h 27m

£665

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INVORD

Inverness

Thu 10/9

15:50-13:20

2 stops27h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

12:40-10:20

2 stops15h 40m

£686

InvernessChicago

INV - ORD

INVORD

Inverness

Thu 10/9

15:50-13:20

2 stops27h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

12:40-15:00

2 stops20h 20m

£687

GlasgowSt. Louis

GLA - STL

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Glasgow Intl

Thu 7/5

12:00-22:19

2 stops16h 19m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 14/5

12:25-11:30

2 stops17h 05m

£837

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EDIMLI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 20/4

12:30-23:57

2 stops17h 27m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 27/4

15:20-10:35

2 stops13h 15m

£919

EdinburghMoline

EDI - MLI

EDIMLI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/9

12:30-12:58

2 stops30h 28m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 21/9

08:25-08:25

1 stop18h 00m

£953

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Scotland, with most prices found around £525. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £535.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Illinois is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £723. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Scotland to Illinois on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around £862. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest Scotland to Illinois flight route?

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around £647 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Scotland for as low as £532 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Scotland to Illinois flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Scotland to Illinois 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 Scotland to Illinois flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Scotland to Illinois.

Cheap Scotland to Illinois flight deals and tips

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Best price found	£451
Fastest flight time	8h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Scotland in the past 72 hours is £451. The best return flight deal from Scotland to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £689.

The fastest flight from Scotland to Illinois takes 8h 35m

Direct flights go from Scotland to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From Scotland there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Illinois refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Illinois?
The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to Illinois is 7 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Illinois?
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 Scotland to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Scotland to Illinois?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Scotland to Illinois is Boeing 757-200 (53.73% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-1000 (27.61%), Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (4.48%), and Boeing 787 Dreamliner (3.73%).

Best airlines flying from Scotland to Illinois

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Scotland to Illinois with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Icelandair	PriceFrom £287	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 625 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £362	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £400	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,818 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom £481	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,477 reviews	Search KLM flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,487 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £516	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,867 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £526	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,476 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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