Which airlines fly to Illinois?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and Icelandair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Scotland according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 40% 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.

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

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

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.

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 8 as of January 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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11:00 - 16:10

EDI

ORD

35h 10m2 stops

19:15 - 16:15

ORD

EDI

39h 00m2 stops

£393Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, 12 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr

11:00 - 17:20

EDI

ORD

12h 20m1 stop

18:30 - 10:00

ORD

EDI

9h 30m1 stop

£406Icelandair

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

12:00 - 19:15

EDI

ORD

13h 15m1 stop

17:10 - 11:50

ORD

EDI

12h 40m1 stop

£464British Airways

Wed, 4 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

08:20 - 19:15

GLA

ORD

16h 55m1 stop

16:10 - 13:15

ORD

GLA

15h 05m2 stops

£466British Airways

Fri, 6 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb

17:20 - 14:20

GLA

ORD

27h 00m1 stop

16:25 - 12:45

ORD

GLA

14h 20m1 stop

£475KLM

Sun, 22 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

05:45 - 16:16

EDI

MDW

16h 31m2 stops

13:29 - 10:15

MDW

EDI

14h 46m2 stops

£492KLM

Sun, 8 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb

07:25 - 19:27

EDI

STL

18h 02m2 stops

08:45 - 07:55

STL

EDI

17h 10m2 stops

£547United Airlines

Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

09:25 - 00:05

EDI

STL

20h 40m1 stop

18:45 - 16:55

STL

EDI

16h 10m2 stops

£547Lufthansa

Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

07:25 - 19:27

EDI

STL

18h 02m2 stops

11:20 - 07:55

STL

EDI

14h 35m2 stops

£549United Airlines

Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

06:00 - 21:40

EDI

STL

21h 40m2 stops

18:45 - 16:55

STL

EDI

16h 10m2 stops

£556Lufthansa

Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

Icelandair flights from Scotland to Illinois

Our best Icelandair deals on Scotland to Illinois flight tickets

Icelandair

26 Mar

GLA12:35Glasgow Intl

10h 45m

1 stop

ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

29 Mar

ORD19:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 00m

1 stop

GLA13:25Glasgow Intl

£411

Icelandair

6 Feb

EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

11h 00m

1 stop

ORD17:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

9 Feb

ORD18:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 30m

1 stop

EDI10:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£416

Icelandair

17 Apr

GLA14:20Glasgow Intl

9h 55m

1 stop

ORD18:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

24 Apr

ORD19:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 00m

1 stop

GLA13:25Glasgow Intl

£422

British Airways flights from Scotland to Illinois

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British Airways

5 Feb

EDI08:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 55m

1 stop

ORD19:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

28 Feb

ORD17:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 45m

1 stop

EDI12:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£466

British Airways

6 Feb

GLA08:15Glasgow Intl

15h 27m

2 stops

ORD17:42Chicago O'Hare Intl

15 Feb

ORD16:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 05m

2 stops

GLA13:15Glasgow Intl

£474

British Airways

8 Feb

EDI07:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 17m

2 stops

ORD17:42Chicago O'Hare Intl

15 Feb

ORD16:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 00m

2 stops

EDI12:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

£478

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EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 12/4

11:00-16:10

2 stops35h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/4

19:15-16:15

2 stops39h 00m

£393

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EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/2

11:00-17:20

1 stop12h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/2

18:30-10:00

1 stop9h 30m

£406

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/2

12:00-19:15

1 stop13h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/2

17:10-11:50

1 stop12h 40m

£464

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Fri 6/2

08:20-19:15

1 stop16h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

16:10-13:15

2 stops15h 05m

£466

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Sun 22/2

17:20-14:20

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

16:25-12:45

1 stop14h 20m

£475

EdinburghChicago

EDI - MDW

EDIMDW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/2

05:45-16:16

2 stops16h 31m

Chicago Midway

Sun 15/2

13:29-10:15

2 stops14h 46m

£492

EdinburghSt. Louis

EDI - STL

EDISTL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/2

07:25-19:27

2 stops18h 02m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/2

08:45-07:55

2 stops17h 10m

£547

EdinburghSt. Louis

EDI - STL

EDISTL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/2

09:25-00:05

1 stop20h 40m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 27/2

18:45-16:55

2 stops16h 10m

£547

EdinburghSt. Louis

EDI - STL

EDISTL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/2

07:25-19:27

2 stops18h 02m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/2

11:20-07:55

2 stops14h 35m

£549

EdinburghSt. Louis

EDI - STL

EDISTL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/2

06:00-21:40

2 stops21h 40m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 27/2

18:45-16:55

2 stops16h 10m

£556

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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 January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Scotland, with most prices found around £510. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of January, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £521.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £698. 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 £868. 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 £605 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 £530 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?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to Illinois flight.

Cheap Scotland to Illinois flight deals and tips

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Best price found	£623
Fastest flight time	8h 35m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best flight deal from Scotland to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £623

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

Direct flights go from Scotland to Illinois on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

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 8 as of January 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 (71.31% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (5.74%), Airbus A350-1000 (4.92%), and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (4.92%).

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 £286	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 593 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £355	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,659 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £361	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom £465	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,434 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £511	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,698 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £513	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,429 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £517	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,145 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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