On this page, you can find and book flights from Edinburgh to Chicago. The distance between the cities is 5976 km, and there are about 5 flights weekly, allowing you to choose the optimal time to fly.
The primary carrier on this route is UA. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the calendar to find the best deals and checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and transfers from Chicago airport.
The table shows direct flights Edinburgh → Chicago on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 8 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines. Departures from Edinburgh Airport airports, arrivals at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Midway International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Edinburgh — Chicago by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,789 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,110 in e. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Edinburgh → Chicago, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,816 | low | May | AED 2,049 | medium | Sep | AED 2,096 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,770 | low | Jun | AED 2,189 | high | Oct | AED 2,003 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,909 | medium | Jul | AED 2,468 | high | Nov | AED 1,863 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,956 | medium | Aug | AED 2,375 | high | Dec | AED 2,142 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time in Chicago is July and August, when temperatures reach +26.5°C. The winter period is characterized by frosts down to -5°C in January, while the rainiest weather is usually observed in May and October.
From a budget perspective, the most advantageous month to fly is July, when tickets start AED 1,764. In August and September, prices stay around AED 1,835 and AED 1,795 respectively, and by October the cost increases AED 2,080.
As a compromise between weather and cost, we recommend planning your trip for September. It's best to avoid flying in October due to the combination of high prices and frequent precipitation.
The primary carrier on the route from Edinburgh to Chicago is United Airlines (UA), which operates about 5 flights weekly. Passengers have options for both direct flights and convenient connections at major hubs. A detailed schedule and aircraft types are presented in the list below — click on the airline card to view flight details.
Flights Edinburgh — Chicago depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average direct flight time for the 5976 km route is about 7–8 hours. When choosing flights with connections, the total travel time will depend on the duration of the layover at the transit airport.
The primary carrier is United Airlines. There are also offers from other companies with connections at major international aviation hubs.
Most flights from the UK arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD), located in Chicago.
Flight prices constantly change depending on the season and demand. You can find the current minimum for your preferred dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
The most favorable offers usually appear 2–3 months before the trip. It is also recommended to monitor the price dynamic chart to avoid missing seasonal price drops.
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