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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to California from £240

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LAX
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
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 22 January 2026.

Wed 8/409:15
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop16h 15m
British Airways
Wed 15/419:20
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 20/1£399
Mon 2/306:05
EDI
-
LAX
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/320:10
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£436
Mon 2/307:40
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop16h 55m
SWISS
Wed 11/320:10
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 20/1£438
Sun 15/319:40
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop28h 55m
SWISS
Mon 30/319:35
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop28h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 20/1£439
Wed 4/207:25
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop15h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 8/205:50
LAX
-
EDI
2 stops18h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1£443
Thu 29/109:25
EDI
-
SNA
1 stop15h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 2/218:25
SNA
-
EDI
2 stops27h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1£443
Sat 7/312:30
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop16h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 14/323:39
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop26h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/1£446
Sat 7/312:30
EDI
-
SNA
2 stops27h 33m
United Airlines
Sat 14/307:19
SNA
-
EDI
2 stops43h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/1£446
Mon 2/309:25
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop19h 59m
Lufthansa
Mon 9/308:30
LAX
-
EDI
2 stops20h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/1£449
Fri 20/206:00
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
Lufthansa
Mon 23/215:00
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop23h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/1£450
Thu 19/208:20
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
British Airways
Mon 23/214:37
LAX
-
EDI
2 stops16h 38m
British Airways
Deal found 21/1£452
Thu 29/117:00
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/221:05
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£454

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 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£399

One-way from

£240

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£493
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 8/4-15/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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15/4
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£41 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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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 22 January 2026.
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Edinburgh

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/4

09:15-17:30

1 stop16h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 15/4

19:20-20:20

1 stop17h 00m

£399

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

19:40-17:35

1 stop28h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 30/3

19:35-07:45

1 stop28h 10m

£439

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/2

08:10-16:35

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/2

15:00-22:45

1 stop23h 45m

£443

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/2

07:25-15:18

1 stop15h 53m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/2

05:50-07:55

2 stops18h 05m

£443

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/2

09:25-23:30

2 stops22h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 22/2

00:25-07:55

2 stops23h 30m

£444

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

09:25-21:09

2 stops19h 44m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

00:25-06:55

2 stops23h 30m

£444

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 7/3

12:30-06:40

2 stops26h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 14/3

23:39-09:30

1 stop26h 51m

£446

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 7/3

12:30-08:03

2 stops27h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 14/3

07:19-09:30

2 stops43h 11m

£446

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

09:25-21:24

1 stop19h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

16:00-22:45

1 stop23h 45m

£449

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/2

06:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/2

15:00-22:45

1 stop23h 45m

£450

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of £312). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December 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?

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 22 January 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
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,441 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,690 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 53m. Fly via British Airways, SWISS, or United Airlines 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 £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 - San Francisco, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Edinburgh Turnhouse - Los Angeles 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 £312). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December 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 22 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£236Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest£301Average£622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£372Average£557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£397Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£412Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£421Average£505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£429Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£440Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapest£470Average£620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IberiaCheapest£472Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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