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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to California

EDI — LAX
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£477

One-way from

£273

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£577
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 18/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£33 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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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 £236). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £460). 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?

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 9 April 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
7.7
Good
1,493 reviews
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Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

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
7.7
Good
1,493 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,493 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

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
7.7
Good
1,493 reviews
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Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

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
9,559 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,493 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

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
1,499 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,493 reviews
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Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

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
7,867 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,493 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

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 17h 42m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, British Airways, or American 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 WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £269. British Airways flights start at £334 while deals on JetBlue start at £350 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 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £236). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £460). 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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest£170Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£236Average£616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£386Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£398Average£568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£413Average£647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£415Average£498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£428Average£631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapest£429Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£430Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest£449Average£726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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