Chicago to Edinburgh (ORD–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Edinburgh
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+5h ahead 31 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ORD and EDI, connecting options are available through 31 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to EDI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
STR ~10h 52m ARN ~11h 10m AGP ~11h 25m BFI ~13h 51m MUC ~15h 6m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,374
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ORD → EDI
15%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
15%
Return
EDI → ORD
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+5h
Edinburgh is 5 hours ahead of Chicago.
ORD: CDT · EDI: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 11:00 PM in Edinburgh.
Visa & Entry

US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.

Facts

ORD–EDI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Edinburgh route.
Route details
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections31 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: EDI
Full nameEdinburgh Airport
IATA / ICAOEDI / EGPH
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr15.8M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to EDI flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STR, ARN, AGP, BFI, MUC, JFK, IAD, SJC, KRK, FCO, AMS, LIS, EWR, ZRH, FRA, LHR, BCN, PHL, CPH, KEF, MAD, DUB, CDG, DWC, IST, VIE, LAX, DOH, ATH, DXB and PEK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Edinburgh is 5 hours ahead of Chicago.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via STR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.