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Cheap flights from San Diego to Edinburgh from £535

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — EDI
24 Sep — 1 Oct1
1 adult

The best prices from San Diego to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in November or March, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 September 2024.

Round-trip from

£571

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£626
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 2/10-10/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • San Diego to Edinburgh
High demand for flights, 42% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2024

Cheap San Diego to Edinburgh flights in September & October 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Edinburgh specifically for the months of September and October 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 980,658 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 September 2024.
Tue 1/1008:00SAN - EDI
2 stops38h 50mAir Canada
Thu 17/1009:00EDI - SAN
1 stop33h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 17/9£536
Tue 22/1007:00SAN - EDI
1 stop19h 05mKLM
Thu 31/1010:45EDI - SAN
1 stop20h 27mKLM
Deal found 17/9£538
Tue 22/1006:20SAN - EDI
2 stops18h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 31/1010:45EDI - SAN
1 stop20h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/9£542
Tue 22/1008:00SAN - EDI
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/1006:05EDI - SAN
2 stops36h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£543
Mon 30/915:20SAN - EDI
2 stops17h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 10/1005:55EDI - SAN
2 stops24h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/9£545
Tue 1/1010:25SAN - EDI
3 stops36h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 17/1009:00EDI - SAN
2 stops21h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/9£547
Wed 9/1013:59SAN - EDI
2 stops33h 46mSWISS
Sun 20/1018:50EDI - SAN
2 stops35h 09mSWISS
Deal found 17/9£604
Fri 18/1013:35SAN - EDI
2 stops19h 05mDelta
Fri 25/1013:35EDI - SAN
1 stop18h 37mDelta
Deal found 18/9£664
Thu 31/1014:15SAN - EDI
2 stops19h 55mLufthansa
Wed 6/1106:00EDI - SAN
2 stops20h 51mLufthansa
Deal found 18/9£1,651

San Diego to Edinburgh 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Edinburgh in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 980,658 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.
Mon 18/1118:10SAN - EDI
1 stop16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/1210:00EDI - SAN
1 stop14h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/9£535
Tue 1/1008:00SAN - EDI
2 stops38h 50mAir Canada
Thu 17/1009:00EDI - SAN
1 stop33h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 17/9£536
Tue 22/1007:00SAN - EDI
1 stop19h 05mKLM
Thu 31/1010:45EDI - SAN
1 stop20h 27mKLM
Deal found 17/9£538
Tue 22/1006:20SAN - EDI
2 stops18h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 31/1010:45EDI - SAN
1 stop20h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/9£542
Tue 22/1008:00SAN - EDI
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/1006:05EDI - SAN
2 stops36h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£543
Mon 30/915:20SAN - EDI
2 stops17h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 10/1005:55EDI - SAN
2 stops24h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/9£545
Tue 1/1010:25SAN - EDI
3 stops36h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 17/1009:00EDI - SAN
2 stops21h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/9£547
Wed 9/1013:59SAN - EDI
2 stops33h 46mSWISS
Sun 20/1018:50EDI - SAN
2 stops35h 09mSWISS
Deal found 17/9£604
Fri 18/1013:35SAN - EDI
2 stops19h 05mDelta
Fri 25/1013:35EDI - SAN
1 stop18h 37mDelta
Deal found 18/9£664

Find flights from San Diego to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 980,658 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.

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Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

£571 - £1,476

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 2/10

1 stop13h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/10

2 stops20h 35m

£571

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Sun 10/11

1 stop17h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 17/11

1 stop14h 05m

£605

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 27/11

1 stop18h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/12

2 stops49h 10m

£649

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Fri 18/10

2 stops19h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 25/10

1 stop18h 37m

£664

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Mon 7/10

1 stop18h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 14/10

2 stops22h 59m

£764

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 27/11

1 stop14h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/12

1 stop31h 55m

£772

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 9/10

2 stops33h 46m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 20/10

2 stops35h 09m

£789

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Fri 22/11

2 stops21h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 28/11

2 stops34h 30m

£883

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Sun 22/12

2 stops35h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 26/12

2 stops22h 32m

£1,476

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 18/9

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Diego to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 13 September 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Edinburgh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 28 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh (average of £439). Flying from San Diego to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £804). 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 SAN to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 September 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Edinburgh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 58% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 19 September 2024.
8.0
Very Good
9,073 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.0
Very Good
9,073 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,073 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.7
Good
1,707 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,073 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.4
Good
9,533 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,073 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,073 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.2
Good
1,130 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,073 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Edinburgh for under £600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Edinburgh for under £600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on British Airways for just £571, but on average you can expect to pay £797.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Edinburgh round-trip?

    British Airways, at £571, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Edinburgh.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include American Airlines and Delta. British Airways is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does SAN to EDI mean?

    This is defined as San Diego Airport (SAN) and Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI). Codes like Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Edinburgh flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Edinburgh with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Edinburgh flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Edinburgh offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Edinburgh flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Edinburgh flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Edinburgh flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/9.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh (average of £439). Flying from San Diego to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £804). 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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