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Cheap flights from California to Scotland from £213

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — EDI
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from California to Scotland

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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 2 August 2026.

Thu 15/1016:30
LAS
-
EDI
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/1017:30
EDI
-
LAS
2 stops38h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£569
Wed 4/1120:15
LAX
-
GLA
1 stop12h 35m
Aer Lingus
Mon 16/1112:00
GLA
-
LAX
1 stop14h 30m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 28/7£581
Thu 8/1016:30
LAS
-
EDI
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1021:20
EDI
-
LAS
2 stops34h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7£585
Thu 15/1016:30
LAS
-
EDI
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/1006:00
EDI
-
LAS
2 stops25h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£586
Thu 1/1020:45
LAS
-
EDI
3 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/1022:00
EDI
-
LAS
3 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7£601
Mon 9/1117:20
SFO
-
GLA
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1119:25
GLA
-
SFO
2 stops35h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8£603
Sun 25/1018:20
SFO
-
GLA
1 stop31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1108:20
GLA
-
SFO
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£609
Sun 18/1017:40
SFO
-
GLA
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1108:20
GLA
-
SFO
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£611
Thu 8/1016:30
LAS
-
EDI
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1012:20
EDI
-
LAS
2 stops19h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£612
Wed 4/1120:15
LAX
-
GLA
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1120:25
GLA
-
LAX
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7£614
Sun 1/1120:35
SFO
-
GLA
1 stop16h 50m
Iberia
Wed 18/1115:25
GLA
-
SFO
1 stop31h 30m
Iberia
Deal found 1/8£615
Wed 9/1220:35
SFO
-
GLA
1 stop13h 40m
British Airways
Wed 16/1208:40
GLA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 31/7£615

Find flight deals from California to Scotland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Scotland flight deals. Data was last updated 2 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£569

One-way from

£213

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£709
15/10-22/10
  • 15/10-22/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 39m total
  • California to Scotland
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14/10
  • 14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 00m total
  • California to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (£126 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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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 2 August 2026.
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

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoGlasgow

SFO - GLA

SFOGLA

San Francisco

Sun 15/11

20:35-21:25

1 stop16h 50m

Glasgow Intl

Thu 19/11

19:05-14:55

1 stop27h 50m

£634

San FranciscoGlasgow

SFO - GLA

SFOGLA

San Francisco

Tue 1/12

17:25-18:15

1 stop16h 50m

Glasgow Intl

Thu 3/12

20:20-14:55

1 stop26h 35m

£635
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoGlasgow

SFO - GLA

SFOGLA

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

13:34-14:15

2 stops16h 41m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 17/11

08:55-14:55

1 stop14h 00m

£638

San FranciscoGlasgow

SFO - GLA

SFOGLA

San Francisco

Mon 9/11

08:45-09:50

2 stops17h 05m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 18/11

08:40-14:55

1 stop14h 15m

£638

Las VegasEdinburgh

LAS - EDI

LASEDI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/12

20:55-20:55

1 stop16h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/12

07:25-18:50

1 stop19h 25m

£638

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Tue 1/12

13:42-14:25

2 stops16h 43m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/12

10:55-18:35

1 stop15h 40m

£647

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Mon 16/11

06:00-07:55

2 stops17h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/11

09:25-17:09

1 stop15h 44m

£648

Las VegasEdinburgh

LAS - EDI

LASEDI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/11

08:43-12:30

2 stops19h 47m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/11

11:15-19:40

1 stop16h 25m

£652

Los AngelesGlasgow

LAX - GLA

LAXGLA

Los Angeles

Wed 18/11

07:00-12:45

2 stops21h 45m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 25/11

05:40-11:45

1 stop14h 05m

£653

OntarioEdinburgh

ONT - EDI

ONTEDI

Ontario

Tue 17/11

07:04-09:20

2 stops18h 16m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/11

11:15-11:10

2 stops31h 55m

£655

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Scotland (average of £540). Flying from California to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £995). 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 Scotland?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
California to Scotland flights typically cost between £577 and £806 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £632 on British Airways (1 Dec–8 Dec).

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

The best time to book flights from California to Scotland is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 2 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines 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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sept 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sept 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

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?

    British Airways, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from California to Scotland in just under 16h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 57m. The distance between California and Scotland 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 California to Scotland one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £160. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aer Lingus 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Scotland (average of £540). Flying from California to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £995). 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 2 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest£769Average£854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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