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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to California from £253

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LAX
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
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 24 March 2026.

Mon 11/519:10
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop29h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 27/519:10
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 19/3£429
Mon 18/519:10
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop29h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 27/519:10
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/3£447
Thu 27/819:10
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop29h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 8/919:10
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 19/3£462
Thu 17/919:10
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop29h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 24/919:10
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 19/3£464
Mon 27/410:30
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop17h 16m
Iberia
Tue 5/507:00
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop17h 30m
Iberia
Deal found 23/3£470
Mon 11/517:00
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops29h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 27/516:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/3£489
Thu 21/519:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 14/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 23/3£490
Wed 6/519:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 27/516:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/3£493
Wed 4/1119:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 18/1116:40
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 23/3£496
Mon 5/1017:00
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops29h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 13/1016:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/3£505
Thu 1/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 7/1116:40
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 19/3£506
Thu 17/919:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 24/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/3£510

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 24 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£429

One-way from

£253

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£571
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 11/5-27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£15 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 24 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/8

10:30-18:35

1 stop16h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 31/8

06:00-08:30

1 stop18h 30m

£485

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 18/7

10:30-00:54

1 stop22h 24m

Los Angeles

Tue 28/7

06:00-08:30

1 stop18h 30m

£504

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 21/5

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

16:45-08:35

2 stops31h 50m

£507

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 5/9

19:10-16:50

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

19:10-18:25

1 stop15h 15m

£512

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

19:10-16:50

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 20/9

19:10-18:25

1 stop15h 15m

£512

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

10:30-00:59

1 stop22h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

10:20-08:30

1 stop14h 10m

£515

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

16:45-16:15

2 stops39h 30m

£516

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 12/9

19:10-16:50

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 17/9

19:10-18:25

1 stop15h 15m

£533

EdinburghOntario

EDI - ONT

EDIONT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/9

09:15-23:06

2 stops21h 51m

Ontario

Tue 29/9

16:59-19:30

2 stops18h 31m

£548

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/8

06:40-14:55

1 stop16h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/8

20:55-18:35

1 stop13h 40m

£579

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £237). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £454). 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.

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 24 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines 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
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
685 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,476 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,487 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,818 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 16h 05m. Fly via Iberia, Scandinavian Airlines, or British Airways to get the fastest option. There are 5149 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 WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £270. British Airways flights start at £335 while deals on JetBlue start at £351 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 - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Los Angeles or Edinburgh Turnhouse - San Francisco 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £237). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £454). 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 24 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£237Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£389Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£399Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£414Average£652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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IberiaCheapest£416Average£594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£417Average£498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapest£431Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£431Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£437Average£697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapest£451Average£843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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