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.

Which airlines fly to Illinois?

British Airways, Lufthansa 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?

Icelandair, WestJet, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to 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 December 2025.

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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07:20 - 16:45

GLA

ORD

15h 25m2 stops

19:20 - 21:50

ORD

GLA

20h 30m2 stops

£394Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

22:30 - 17:20

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ORD

24h 50m2 stops

18:30 - 22:05

ORD

EDI

21h 35m2 stops

£444Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

08:15 - 17:20

EDI

ORD

15h 05m2 stops

18:30 - 15:10

ORD

EDI

14h 40m2 stops

£449Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

12:20 - 17:20

EDI

ORD

11h 00m1 stop

18:30 - 10:00

ORD

EDI

9h 30m1 stop

£495Icelandair

Fri, 30 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb

12:20 - 17:20

EDI

ORD

11h 00m1 stop

18:30 - 10:00

ORD

EDI

9h 30m1 stop

£505Icelandair

Tue, 27 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

11:45 - 14:55

INV

ORD

33h 10m2 stops

16:30 - 11:50

ORD

INV

37h 20m2 stops

£633British Airways

Thu, 26 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

19:45 - 18:45

INV

ORD

29h 00m1 stop

16:30 - 11:50

ORD

INV

37h 20m2 stops

£633British Airways

Thu, 26 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

06:05 - 16:16

GLA

MDW

16h 11m2 stops

11:45 - 09:55

MDW

GLA

16h 10m2 stops

£639KLM

Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

12:30 - 22:12

EDI

MLI

15h 42m2 stops

10:46 - 06:55

MLI

EDI

15h 09m2 stops

£864United Airlines

Fri, 6 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar

12:30 - 22:12

EDI

MLI

15h 42m2 stops

08:30 - 06:55

MLI

EDI

17h 25m2 stops

£865United Airlines

Fri, 6 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar

Icelandair flights from Scotland to Illinois

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Icelandair

30 Jan

EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

11h 00m

1 stop

ORD17:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

14 Feb

ORD18:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 30m

1 stop

EDI10:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£495

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Icelandair

27 Jan

EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

11h 00m

1 stop

ORD17:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

31 Jan

ORD18:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 30m

1 stop

EDI10:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£505

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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

£553

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British Airways flights from Scotland to Illinois

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British Airways

21 Jan

EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 35m

1 stop

ORD15:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

28 Jan

ORD18:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

EDI14:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

£562

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British Airways

25 Feb

EDI06:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 25m

1 stop

ORD13:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

10 Mar

ORD19:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

11h 35m

1 stop

EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£564

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British Airways

25 Feb

GLA10:55Glasgow Intl

12h 05m

1 stop

ORD17:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

1 Mar

ORD20:56Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 49m

2 stops

GLA10:45Glasgow Intl

£585

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GLA - ORD

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Glasgow Intl

Sat 24/1

07:20-16:45

2 stops15h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 31/1

19:20-21:50

2 stops20h 30m

£394

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EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/1

22:30-17:20

2 stops24h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/1

18:30-22:05

2 stops21h 35m

£444

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EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/1

08:15-17:20

2 stops15h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 31/1

18:30-15:10

2 stops14h 40m

£449

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/1

12:20-17:20

1 stop11h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/2

18:30-10:00

1 stop9h 30m

£495

EdinburghChicago

EDI - ORD

EDIORD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 27/1

12:20-17:20

1 stop11h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 31/1

18:30-10:00

1 stop9h 30m

£505

InvernessChicago

INV - ORD

INVORD

Inverness

Thu 26/2

11:45-14:55

2 stops33h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

16:30-11:50

2 stops37h 20m

£633

InvernessChicago

INV - ORD

INVORD

Inverness

Thu 26/2

19:45-18:45

1 stop29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

16:30-11:50

2 stops37h 20m

£633

GlasgowChicago

GLA - MDW

GLAMDW

Glasgow Intl

Sat 24/1

06:05-16:16

2 stops16h 11m

Chicago Midway

Sat 31/1

11:45-09:55

2 stops16h 10m

£639

EdinburghMoline

EDI - MLI

EDIMLI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/3

12:30-22:12

2 stops15h 42m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 10/3

10:46-06:55

2 stops15h 09m

£864

EdinburghMoline

EDI - MLI

EDIMLI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/3

12:30-22:12

2 stops15h 42m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 10/3

08:30-06:55

2 stops17h 25m

£865

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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 £507. 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 £525.

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 £695. 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 £871. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Scotland to Illinois flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Illinois in the evening for as low as £554. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Illinois, so prices are often more expensive at around £753 per ticket.

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 £599 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 £499 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.

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Best price found	£673
Fastest flight time	8h 35m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best flight deal from Scotland to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £673

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

Direct flights go from Scotland to Illinois on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 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 December 2025.
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 (72.86% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (5.71%), Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (5.00%), and Airbus A350-1000 (5.00%).

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 7.0 589 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £356	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,571 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £363	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 675 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom £460	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,432 reviews	Search KLM flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £495	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,394 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £514	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,626 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £519	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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