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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to California from £282

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LAX
12 Jul — 19 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to California

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 June 2026.

Thu 9/712:30
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop15h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 15/712:43
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop13h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/6£390
Thu 27/806:10
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Lufthansa
Tue 8/908:15
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 10/6£484
Tue 25/806:10
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/919:35
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£485
Thu 8/1006:10
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Lufthansa
Wed 21/1007:00
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop17h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 8/6£486
Thu 25/612:30
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop20h 27m
Lufthansa
Thu 2/707:00
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop17h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 8/6£489
Thu 2/712:30
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop15h 51m
Lufthansa
Thu 23/708:15
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop18h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 11/6£491
Thu 9/712:30
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop20h 27m
Lufthansa
Mon 13/707:00
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop17h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 11/6£491
Thu 2/712:30
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop15h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/708:15
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£494
Wed 28/1006:05
EDI
-
LAX
2 stops19h 04m
Lufthansa
Wed 11/1115:00
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop24h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/6£495
Tue 11/809:15
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop18h 39m
Air Canada
Tue 25/807:30
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/6£497
Wed 1/709:15
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop18h 39m
Air Canada
Wed 8/708:15
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/6£501
Tue 25/806:10
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Lufthansa
Wed 9/918:40
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop20h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 11/6£502

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to California flight deals. Data was last updated 12 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£390

One-way from

£282

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£654
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 9/7-15/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 43m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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16/9
  • 16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

09:15-19:35

2 stops18h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/9

16:26-18:50

2 stops18h 24m

£505

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/7

11:30-18:52

1 stop15h 22m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 21/7

18:26-08:25

2 stops29h 59m

£506

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/7

12:30-20:37

1 stop16h 07m

San Francisco

Thu 16/7

10:50-10:35

1 stop15h 45m

£519

EdinburghBurbank

EDI - BUR

EDIBUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

12:30-11:40

2 stops31h 10m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 23/11

20:00-07:55

2 stops51h 55m

£520

EdinburghBurbank

EDI - BUR

EDIBUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

12:30-10:10

2 stops29h 40m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 24/11

07:25-07:55

2 stops40h 30m

£520

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/10

12:30-00:45

1 stop20h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/10

05:45-10:35

2 stops20h 50m

£520

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/7

11:30-00:19

2 stops20h 49m

Los Angeles

Thu 16/7

07:00-08:05

2 stops17h 05m

£520

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 14/9

09:40-23:30

2 stops21h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 25/9

08:15-10:35

2 stops18h 20m

£520

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 25/8

09:15-21:30

1 stop20h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 15/9

07:45-10:35

2 stops18h 50m

£520

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/7

11:30-00:09

1 stop20h 39m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/7

10:45-08:25

1 stop13h 40m

£521

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £36). Flying from Edinburgh to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of £468). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to California?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to California?

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 12 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andAer Lingus from Edinburgh to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,603 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
JetBlue
7.1
Good
2,980 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,047 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to California?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Edinburgh to California. It is only a 6.8 mi journey to Turnhouse (EDI) from Edinburgh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Edinburgh to California in 15h 22m. Fly via British Airways, Lufthansa, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 5148 mi between Edinburgh and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £345. JetBlue flights start at £350 while deals on Aer Lingus start at £420 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Edinburgh to California consider Edinburgh Turnhouse - Los Angeles, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Sacramento Intl or Edinburgh Turnhouse - Ontario as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £36). Flying from Edinburgh to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of £468). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Edinburgh to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest£170Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£236Average£579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£418Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest£421Average£624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£422Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£422Average£561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapest£429Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£435Average£634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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FinnairCheapest£453Average£525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LufthansaCheapest£481Average£760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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