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Cheap flights from California to Edinburgh from £160

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — EDI
19 Dec — 26 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from California to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated 19 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£424

One-way from

£160

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£578
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 13/1-20/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 10m total
  • California to Edinburgh
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 21/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 50m total
  • California to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£123 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from California to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 November 2025.

Wed 3/1217:30LAX - EDI
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/1213:05EDI - LAX
1 stop15h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/11£455
Mon 1/1214:40SFO - EDI
1 stop24h 05mLufthansa
Mon 8/1217:35EDI - SFO
1 stop27h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 17/11£462
Mon 8/1217:20SFO - EDI
1 stop13h 25mAer Lingus
Fri 12/1208:20EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 15mAer Lingus
Deal found 17/11£465
Mon 1/1213:55SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 10mKLM
Mon 8/1213:30EDI - SFO
1 stop30h 20mKLM
Deal found 17/11£465
Wed 10/1214:15SAN - EDI
2 stops16h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 16/1206:50EDI - SAN
2 stops20h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/11£466
Wed 3/1218:20LAX - EDI
1 stop19h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 9/1213:30EDI - LAX
2 stops19h 24mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/11£469
Wed 3/1208:54LAX - EDI
2 stops17h 46mDelta
Tue 9/1213:30EDI - LAX
2 stops19h 24mDelta
Deal found 17/11£472
Sat 6/1223:55LAX - EDI
1 stop25h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 16/1211:40EDI - LAX
2 stops18h 57mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/11£477
Wed 10/1218:00SAN - EDI
1 stop16h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 16/1206:50EDI - SAN
2 stops20h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/11£477
Tue 2/1219:30LAX - EDI
1 stop14h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1206:05EDI - LAX
1 stop17h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/11£493
Fri 5/1211:35LAX - EDI
2 stops16h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/1210:55EDI - LAX
1 stop17h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/11£496
Fri 5/1211:02SFO - EDI
2 stops15h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1212:30EDI - SFO
1 stop17h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/11£500

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Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Edinburgh 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 19 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Tue 13/1

18:00-19:50

1 stop17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 20/1

06:50-16:10

1 stop17h 20m

£424

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Mon 12/1

18:00-17:00

1 stop15h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/1

15:15-16:10

1 stop32h 55m

£424

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 14/1

18:00-18:35

1 stop16h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/1

19:20-16:10

1 stop28h 50m

£424

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Sun 11/1

18:00-18:35

1 stop16h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/1

17:55-16:10

1 stop30h 15m

£424

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Fri 6/2

18:00-15:20

1 stop13h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

10:00-16:10

1 stop14h 10m

£443

Las VegasEdinburgh

LAS - EDI

LASEDI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 17/1

20:55-20:40

1 stop15h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 28/1

08:45-15:15

1 stop14h 30m

£447

San JoseEdinburgh

SJC - EDI

SJCEDI

San Jose

Tue 3/2

16:00-07:55

2 stops31h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

09:25-21:06

2 stops19h 41m

£462

San JoseEdinburgh

SJC - EDI

SJCEDI

San Jose

Sat 31/1

16:00-07:55

2 stops31h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

09:25-21:06

2 stops19h 41m

£462

San JoseEdinburgh

SJC - EDI

SJCEDI

San Jose

Sun 1/2

16:00-07:55

2 stops31h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

09:25-21:06

2 stops19h 41m

£462

San JoseEdinburgh

SJC - EDI

SJCEDI

San Jose

Tue 3/2

16:00-07:55

2 stops31h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

09:25-21:06

2 stops19h 41m

£462

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Best time to book a flight from California to Edinburgh

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Edinburgh (average of £390). Flying from California to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £677). 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 CA to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Edinburgh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from California to Edinburgh?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Edinburgh. 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 into for flights to Edinburgh from California?

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh from California, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh.

  • How long is the flight from California to Edinburgh?

    Departing from California to Edinburgh will take you 17h 50m. The distance between California and Edinburgh is about 5183 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 California to Edinburgh one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from California to Edinburgh are British Airways (£160), American Airlines (£161), and United Airlines (£319).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Edinburgh?

    The most popular route from California to Edinburgh is Los Angeles - Edinburgh Turnhouse. You may also consider San Francisco - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Edinburgh Turnhouse.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Edinburgh (average of £390). Flying from California to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £677). 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 airline flying from California to Edinburgh

Discover the top airline that operate flights from California to Edinburgh. 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 19 November 2025.
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British AirwaysCheapest£525Average£676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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