Cheap flights from Edinburgh to California from £294
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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12 Dec — 19 Dec1
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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 November 2026.
Sun 13/1219:10 -
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Deal found 8/11£530
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Best flights from Edinburgh to California
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to California that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 November 2026.
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Deal found 9/11£641
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Deal found 12/11£739
Last-minute flights from Edinburgh to California
Discover last-minute flight deals from Edinburgh to California. Data last updated 12 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 23/1111:40 -
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Deal found 9/11£558
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Deal found 11/11£618
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Deal found 12/11£598
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Deal found 9/11£576
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Deal found 11/11£596
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Deal found 11/11£532
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Deal found 10/11£595
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1 stop27h 40m
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2 stops56h 35m
Deal found 10/11£590
One-way flights from Edinburgh to California
Search for one-way flight options from Edinburgh to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 November 2026.
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Deal found 9/11£294
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Deal found 8/11£300
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Deal found 9/11£321
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 November 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 12 November 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to California that are best for you.
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Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
EdinburghSan Francisco
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco
EDISFO
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 11/4
15:20-12:49
2 stops53h 29m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£301
EdinburghSan Francisco
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco
EDISFO
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sat 12/12
17:00-14:25
2 stops53h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£321
EdinburghSan Diego
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SAN San Diego
EDISAN
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Fri 11/12
06:45-21:55
3 stops47h 10m
San Diego
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£360
EdinburghLos Angeles
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles
EDILAX
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sat 6/2
17:55-18:40
1 stop32h 45m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£399
EdinburghLos Angeles
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles
EDILAX
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 7/2
06:00-18:40
1 stop20h 40m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£403
EdinburghLos Angeles
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles
EDILAX
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 21/2
06:00-18:40
1 stop20h 40m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£419
EdinburghLos Angeles
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles
EDILAX
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sat 6/2
18:35-17:05
1 stop30h 30m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£447
EdinburghSan Francisco
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco
EDISFO
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 19/1
10:10-23:09
2 stops20h 59m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£456
EdinburghSan Francisco
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco
EDISFO
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 19/1
05:40-11:45
1 stop14h 05m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£475
EdinburghSan Francisco
EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco
EDISFO
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 19/1
05:40-11:45
1 stop14h 05m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£475
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £595). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £768). 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?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Edinburgh to California flights typically cost between £640 and £804 in February.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £454 on Multiple Airlines (22 Feb–26 Feb).
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 November 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic,Aer Lingus, andIberia
from Edinburgh to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
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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 22h 04m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, Delta, or Virgin Atlantic to get the fastest option. There are 5149 mi between Edinburgh and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
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 - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £595). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £768). 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.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 12 November 2026.
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