1 airline flies nonstop from Chicago to Edinburgh.
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| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| United AirlinesSeasonal | ORD O'Hare International Airport | EDI Edinburgh Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
6 miles (9 km) from the city centre. 17 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| tram | Edinburgh Trams from the airport to Princes Street and Newhaven, every 7 minutes or so | about 30m | £7.90 adult single |
| Bus | Lothian Buses services between the airport and the city | – | – |
US citizens need a passport and a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visits of up to 6 months.
Edinburgh is 6 hours ahead of Chicago. Edinburgh uses the pound sterling (GBP).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, United Airlines flies this route nonstop, some of them seasonally.
About 3,703 miles (5,959 km), measured between the city centres.
Edinburgh is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
US citizens need a passport and a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visits of up to 6 months.
Edinburgh Trams from the airport to Princes Street and Newhaven, every 7 minutes or so, about 30 minutes, £7.90 adult single.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.