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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to California from £256

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LAX
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 26 November 2025.

Wed 3/1207:50EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 10/1210:16SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 59mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£562
Wed 3/1206:25EDI - SFO
2 stops22h 04mIberia
Wed 10/1210:16SFO - EDI
2 stops18h 14mIberia
Deal found 24/11£563
Tue 9/1206:00EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Sat 6/607:00SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Deal found 25/11£593
Wed 31/1212:30EDI - SFO
2 stops27h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/513:10SFO - EDI
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11£600
Tue 9/1206:05EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 14/516:35SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£601
Wed 10/1212:30EDI - LAX
1 stop16h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/119:10LAX - EDI
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11£604
Tue 9/1212:45EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Thu 14/521:05SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 24/11£609
Thu 11/1213:25EDI - SAN
2 stops18h 28mBritish Airways
Wed 14/109:24SAN - EDI
2 stops16h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£615
Wed 10/1212:30EDI - LAX
1 stop17h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/122:50LAX - EDI
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11£616
Tue 9/1212:45EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/521:05SFO - EDI
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£619
Sat 6/1206:00EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Sat 6/607:00SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Deal found 25/11£623
Tue 9/1209:20EDI - SFO
2 stops21h 53mDelta
Thu 14/508:55SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 30mDelta
Deal found 24/11£625

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to California flight deals. Data was last updated 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£489

One-way from

£256

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£642
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 3/4-17/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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12/1
  • 12/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£55 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/4

19:40-14:40

2 stops27h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 17/4

16:45-18:05

2 stops17h 20m

£490

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

09:25-18:45

1 stop17h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

21:40-21:55

1 stop17h 15m

£495

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

06:50-18:45

1 stop19h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

18:30-15:10

1 stop13h 40m

£509

EdinburghBurbank

EDI - BUR

EDIBUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/1

07:30-09:00

2 stops33h 30m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 2/2

16:30-18:10

2 stops17h 40m

£509

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/1

09:25-22:01

2 stops20h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 26/1

12:52-13:15

2 stops16h 23m

£509

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

09:35-15:35

1 stop14h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 26/2

12:05-12:50

2 stops16h 45m

£511

EdinburghOntario

EDI - ONT

EDIONT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/4

07:00-17:45

2 stops18h 45m

Ontario

Mon 4/5

11:01-14:40

2 stops19h 39m

£521

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/2

06:25-15:35

2 stops17h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

21:40-18:35

1 stop13h 55m

£533

EdinburghLas Vegas

EDI - LAS

EDILAS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 18/5

07:00-14:55

1 stop15h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 25/5

22:10-22:40

1 stop16h 30m

£539

EdinburghBurbank

EDI - BUR

EDIBUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/1

06:05-21:09

2 stops23h 04m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 26/1

09:31-17:00

2 stops23h 29m

£541

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £360). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £482). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Edinburgh to California in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Edinburgh to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Edinburgh to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Edinburgh to California flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 26 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Finnair, andVirgin Atlantic from Edinburgh to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,381 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,539 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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 17h 20m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, British Airways, or Finnair to get the fastest option. There are 5047 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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £386. British Airways flights start at £399 while deals on Aer Lingus start at £412 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 - San Francisco or Edinburgh Turnhouse - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £360). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £482). 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 26 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£386Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£405Average£673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IberiaCheapest£405Average£704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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FinnairCheapest£406Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£421Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£431Average£516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£431Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£439Average£628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£446Average£668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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WestJetCheapest£458Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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