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Cheap flights from California to Scotland from £214

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — EDI
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from California to Scotland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Scotland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Wed 22/1010:57ONT - EDI
2 stops18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 28/1006:50EDI - ONT
2 stops21h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/10£425
Mon 8/1215:40SFO - EDI
1 stop21h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 15/1218:05EDI - SFO
1 stop25h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/10£442
Tue 18/1108:30LAX - GLA
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1113:10GLA - LAX
2 stops29h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10£451
Wed 26/1113:45LAX - GLA
1 stop18h 50mDelta
Thu 4/1206:05GLA - LAX
1 stop13h 40mDelta
Deal found 23/10£454
Sun 9/1108:25SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1114:20EDI - SFO
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10£456
Tue 4/1106:45SFO - EDI
1 stop19h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/1109:25EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/10£457
Wed 26/1107:40LAX - GLA
2 stops16h 50mKLM
Thu 4/1206:05GLA - LAX
1 stop13h 40mKLM
Deal found 23/10£457
Tue 18/1111:50SFO - EDI
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Tue 25/1105:50EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Deal found 21/10£457
Wed 22/1007:15LAX - GLA
2 stops16h 55mDelta
Tue 28/1006:05GLA - LAX
1 stop13h 40mDelta
Deal found 21/10£457
Wed 22/1013:45SFO - GLA
1 stop34h 25mKLM
Wed 29/1017:20GLA - SFO
1 stop26h 30mKLM
Deal found 21/10£458
Wed 22/1008:40SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1006:00EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10£458
Tue 11/1105:15SFO - EDI
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1119:40EDI - SFO
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10£460

Cheap flight deals from California to Scotland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Scotland flight deals. Data was last updated 24 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£442

One-way from

£214

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£559
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 8/12-15/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 40m total
  • California to Scotland
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3/2
  • 3/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • California to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£25 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Scotland 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 24 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Scotland that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesGlasgow

LAX - GLA

LAXGLA

Los Angeles

Mon 17/11

13:45-08:30

1 stop34h 45m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 24/11

17:20-11:45

1 stop26h 25m

£454

Los AngelesGlasgow

LAX - GLA

LAXGLA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/12

13:45-12:45

1 stop15h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 8/12

17:20-11:45

1 stop26h 25m

£454

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 9/11

08:25-10:30

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/11

14:20-16:30

1 stop34h 10m

£456

Los AngelesGlasgow

LAX - GLA

LAXGLA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/12

08:54-12:45

2 stops19h 51m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 9/12

06:05-11:45

1 stop13h 40m

£457

Los AngelesGlasgow

LAX - GLA

LAXGLA

Los Angeles

Wed 26/11

07:40-08:30

2 stops16h 50m

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/12

06:05-11:45

1 stop13h 40m

£457

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

17:30-15:15

1 stop13h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/3

06:05-19:45

1 stop20h 40m

£457

Los AngelesGlasgow

LAX - GLA

LAXGLA

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

07:40-12:45

2 stops21h 05m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 10/12

06:05-11:45

1 stop13h 40m

£457

San JoseEdinburgh

SJC - EDI

SJCEDI

San Jose

Wed 4/2

11:47-17:05

2 stops21h 18m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/2

18:35-21:29

2 stops34h 54m

£459

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

08:30-10:30

2 stops18h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/11

09:25-20:09

2 stops18h 44m

£460

Los AngelesGlasgow

LAX - GLA

LAXGLA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/12

13:45-12:45

1 stop15h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 16/12

06:05-17:02

2 stops18h 57m

£461

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Best time to book a flight from California to Scotland

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Scotland (average of £323). Flying from California to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £684). 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 SCT?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Scotland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 October 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from California to Scotland by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Scotland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Scotland. 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 Scotland. Reviews last updated 24 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways from California to Scotland to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,468 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

IAD - LHR

The plane had to load and unload passengers not through a jet way but out on the tarmac at Heathrow. The steps were steep. We weren't expecting to have to carry our luggage up and down stairs.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,468 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

IAD - LHR

The plane had to load and unload passengers not through a jet way but out on the tarmac at Heathrow. The steps were steep. We weren't expecting to have to carry our luggage up and down stairs.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Scotland. 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 California to Scotland?

    KLM, Delta, and Finnair can get you from California to Scotland in just under 13h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h. The distance between California and Scotland is about 5047 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 Scotland one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Aer Lingus, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £282. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scandinavian Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Scotland for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Scotland (average of £323). Flying from California to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £684). 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 Scotland

Discover the top airline that operate flights from California to Scotland. 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 24 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£432Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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