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Cheap flights from Scotland to California from £239

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LAX
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Scotland to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scotland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Tue 30/1207:25GLA - LAX
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Sat 17/115:30LAX - GLA
1 stop13h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/11£521
Wed 10/1212:45GLA - LAX
1 stop15h 40mFinnair
Sat 13/1213:50LAX - GLA
2 stops39h 25mFinnair
Deal found 26/11£524
Tue 2/1211:40GLA - LAX
2 stops20h 48mBritish Airways
Mon 8/1219:15LAX - GLA
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11£532
Tue 2/1219:10GLA - SNA
2 stops30h 49mBritish Airways
Mon 8/1212:38SNA - GLA
2 stops16h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11£536
Tue 16/1216:30GLA - SFO
1 stop31h 05mBritish Airways
Sat 27/1220:40SFO - GLA
1 stop17h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£547
Tue 2/1217:45GLA - SNA
2 stops32h 14mBritish Airways
Wed 10/1207:35SNA - GLA
2 stops20h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11£547
Tue 2/1219:10GLA - LAX
1 stop28h 10mIberia
Sun 7/1217:30LAX - GLA
1 stop15h 10mIberia
Deal found 25/11£548
Tue 2/1219:10GLA - LAX
1 stop28h 10mIberia
Tue 9/1219:15LAX - GLA
1 stop19h 15mIberia
Deal found 25/11£555
Wed 3/1205:55GLA - SFO
1 stop17h 05mBritish Airways
Sat 13/1217:00SFO - GLA
2 stops19h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£556
Mon 29/1207:35GLA - LAX
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/119:25LAX - GLA
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£581
Mon 29/1207:35GLA - LAX
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/121:00LAX - GLA
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£585
Tue 9/1206:00EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Sat 6/607:00SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Deal found 25/11£591

Cheap flight deals from Scotland to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Scotland to California flight deals. Data was last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£430

One-way from

£239

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£639
22/1-29/1
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 10m total
  • Scotland to California
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
  • Scotland to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£54 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 Scotland 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 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Scotland to California that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 4/3

10:55-18:30

1 stop15h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 18/3

16:30-12:50

1 stop13h 20m

£473

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Tue 10/3

08:20-16:35

1 stop15h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

21:40-19:25

1 stop14h 45m

£477

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 14/1

07:50-15:00

1 stop15h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

17:30-17:40

1 stop16h 10m

£480

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 15/4

10:35-18:25

1 stop15h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/4

15:35-15:35

1 stop16h 00m

£481

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 4/3

12:45-20:25

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 18/3

22:00-18:15

1 stop13h 15m

£486

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

£488

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

£492

AberdeenLas Vegas

ABZ - LAS

ABZLAS

Aberdeen Dyce

Tue 20/1

13:40-15:15

1 stop33h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 27/1

12:00-13:55

2 stops17h 55m

£495

AberdeenLas Vegas

ABZ - LAS

ABZLAS

Aberdeen Dyce

Tue 10/3

09:00-19:50

1 stop17h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 17/3

21:55-18:40

1 stop13h 45m

£496

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 28/1

11:40-18:30

1 stop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

08:28-10:45

2 stops18h 17m

£498

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Best time to book a flight from Scotland to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Scotland to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Scotland to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to California (average of £326). Flying from Scotland to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £467). 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 SCT to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Scotland 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 27 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Scotland to California in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Scotland to California flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday 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 27 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Finnair, andVirgin Atlantic from Scotland to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,423 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
1,423 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
1,382 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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
1,423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

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 Scotland to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Scotland to California?

    For as low as £477, Finnair can have you in California from Scotland in 15h 15m. The distance from Scotland to California is about 5021 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Scotland to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £381. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Finnair, as they are both options that can get you from Scotland to California for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Scotland to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Scotland to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Scotland to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Scotland to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Scotland to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland 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 Scotland to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to California (average of £326). Flying from Scotland to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £467). 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 Scotland to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Scotland 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£329Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£403Average£684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IberiaCheapest£403Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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FinnairCheapest£404Average£587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£418Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£419Average£615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£420Average£699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£429Average£514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£444Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£452Average£752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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