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Cheap flights from California to Edinburgh from £228

LAX — EDI
1 Nov — 8 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from California to Edinburgh

Sun 8/1120:25 -
1 stop15h 45m
Wed 18/1108:30 -
1 stop18h 10m
Deal found 30/9£538
Tue 17/1109:20 -
2 stops30h 30m
Thu 26/1113:10 -
2 stops26h 10m
Deal found 2/10£542
Tue 10/1108:30 -
2 stops22h 10m
Wed 18/1108:15 -
2 stops21h 24m
Deal found 30/9£568
Fri 23/1006:00 -
1 stop19h 50m
Sat 7/1117:00 -
2 stops53h 25m
Deal found 27/9£580
Fri 23/1006:00 -
1 stop19h 50m
Tue 10/1106:00 -
2 stops40h 45m
Deal found 27/9£586
Fri 23/1006:00 -
1 stop19h 50m
Sun 8/1108:15 -
2 stops38h 10m
Deal found 27/9£590
Sat 17/1016:45 -
2 stops22h 45m
Wed 21/1016:05 -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 30/9£598
Wed 11/1106:15 -
2 stops20h 05m
Mon 16/1107:10 -
2 stops32h 10m
Deal found 28/9£603
Wed 30/1220:25 -
1 stop17h 55m
Wed 13/120:20 -
2 stops43h 00m
Deal found 29/9£605
Wed 11/1108:30 -
2 stops28h 35m
Wed 18/1108:15 -
2 stops21h 24m
Deal found 29/9£607
Wed 4/1115:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Mon 16/1107:35 -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 30/9£611
Sat 14/1107:00 -
2 stops22h 40m
Sat 21/1105:50 -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 1/10£621

Find flight deals from California to Edinburgh

Round-trip from

£520

One-way from

£228

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£691
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 20/1-26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 55m total
  • California to Edinburgh
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 7/3-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • California to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX Los Angeles - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 20/1

20:50-18:30

1 stop13h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£246

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX Los Angeles - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Tue 20/10

07:49-09:20

1 stop17h 31m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£249

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX Los Angeles - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Tue 2/2

05:00-07:55

2 stops18h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£256

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX Los Angeles - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Sat 23/1

23:59-09:40

1 stop25h 41m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£265

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO San Francisco - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 17/3

15:18-14:20

2 stops16h 02m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£268

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO San Francisco - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 18/1

08:37-12:10

2 stops19h 33m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£270

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO San Francisco - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 17/3

20:25-18:55

1 stop15h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£270

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN San Diego - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SANEDI

San Diego

Mon 12/10

10:53-11:50

1 stop16h 57m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£272

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN San Diego - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SANEDI

San Diego

Thu 29/10

15:05-20:00

1 stop21h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£274

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN San Diego - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SANEDI

San Diego

Thu 8/10

13:40-12:20

1 stop14h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£275

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Edinburgh (average of £553). Flying from California to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,008). 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 California to Edinburgh?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
California to Edinburgh flights typically cost between £529 and £763 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £520 on British Airways (20 Jan–26 Jan).

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Edinburgh?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from California to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 47 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 15h 45m. The distance between California and Edinburgh is about 5149 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 (£163), United Airlines (£370), and Delta (£542).

  • 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 Ontario - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Edinburgh (average of £553). Flying from California to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,008). 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

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American AirlinesCheapest£785Average£871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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