What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Scotland?

WestJet, British Airways, and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from California to Scotland

What airlines fly to Scotland?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Scotland from California according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Scotland. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Scotland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to Scotland?

The flight from California to Scotland depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Edinburgh (the most popular airport in Scotland), then the flight time is 12h 50m on average. If you fly from Santa Ana (another popular airport in California) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 13h 48m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Scotland?

Prices for flights from California to Scotland were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Scotland?

There are 13 operators available for flights from California to Scotland as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Scotland?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Scotland.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Scotland?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Scotland can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Scotland. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$291 Cheap Flights from California to Scotland in 2026

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4:30 pm - 12:05 am

SFO

EDI

23h 35m

2 stops

5:30 pm - 2:30 pm

EDI

SFO

29h 00m

2 stops

$699Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 27

6:05 pm - 10:10 am

SFO

EDI

32h 05m

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6:15 am - 9:55 pm

EDI

SFO

23h 40m

3 stops

$725Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Sep 1

7:00 am - 10:20 am

LAS

EDI

19h 20m

2 stops

9:25 am - 9:41 pm

EDI

LAS

20h 16m

1 stop

$760United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 12

7:00 am - 10:20 am

LAS

EDI

19h 20m

2 stops

9:25 am - 9:41 pm

EDI

LAS

20h 16m

1 stop

$761United Airlines

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11:15 am - 12:30 pm

LAX

GLA

17h 15m

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9:35 am - 6:25 pm

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LAX

16h 50m

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$824British Airways

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

4:29 pm - 3:15 pm

ONT

EDI

15h 46m

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11:05 am - 10:23 pm

EDI

ONT

19h 18m

2 stops

$838British Airways

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

4:30 pm - 6:05 pm

SMF

EDI

17h 35m

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11:25 am - 12:34 am

EDI

SMF

21h 09m

2 stops

$862American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11

9:00 pm - 9:20 am

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EDI

29h 20m

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11:15 am - 10:28 am

EDI

SNA

31h 13m

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$887Delta

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EDI

29h 20m

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11:15 am - 11:07 am

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31h 52m

1 stop

$888Delta

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7:40 pm - 7:35 pm

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EDI

15h 55m

1 stop

11:25 am - 9:44 pm

EDI

SAN

18h 19m

2 stops

$891American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

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Turkish Airlines flights from California to Scotland

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Sep 17

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

35h 45m

1 stop

EDI3:55 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 23

EDI4:55 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

33h 20m

1 stop

LAX6:15 pmLos Angeles

$891

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Jul 12

ONT11:58 pmOntario

49h 42m

2 stops

EDI9:40 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Jul 22

EDI10:40 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

44h 04m

2 stops

ONT10:44 pmOntario

$2,134

Scandinavian Airlines flights from California to Scotland

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Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 23

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

32h 45m

2 stops

EDI9:30 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 8

EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

27h 30m

1 stop

SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

$758

Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 17

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

41h 20m

2 stops

EDI6:05 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

Nov 2

EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

27h 40m

1 stop

SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco

$780

Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 19

SFO8:59 pmSan Francisco

37h 26m

2 stops

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 22

EDI10:15 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

36h 25m

2 stops

SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

$785

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4:30 pm-12:05 am

2 stops23h 35m

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5:30 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops29h 00m

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Mon 8/17

6:05 pm-10:10 am

2 stops32h 05m

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6:15 am-9:55 pm

3 stops23h 40m

$725

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LAS - EDI

LASEDI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/10

7:00 am-10:20 am

2 stops19h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/12

9:25 am-9:41 pm

1 stop20h 16m

$760

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LAS - EDI

LASEDI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/10

7:00 am-10:20 am

2 stops19h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/12

9:25 am-9:41 pm

1 stop20h 16m

$761

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11:15 am-12:30 pm

2 stops17h 15m

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Tue 10/13

9:35 am-6:25 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$824

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Ontario

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4:29 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops15h 46m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/1

11:05 am-10:23 pm

2 stops19h 18m

$838

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/3

4:30 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops17h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/11

11:25 am-12:34 am

2 stops21h 09m

$862

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SNA - EDI

SNAEDI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/31

9:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop29h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/4

11:15 am-10:28 am

2 stops31h 13m

$887

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SNA - EDI

SNAEDI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 10/26

9:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop29h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 11/6

11:15 am-11:07 am

1 stop31h 52m

$888

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SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 10/14

7:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/21

11:25 am-9:44 pm

2 stops18h 19m

$891

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Scotland

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Scotland?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Scotland from California during August instead. Flights to Scotland in August, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $369.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Scotland from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Scotland for around $876 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Scotland from California for as low as $803 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Scotland flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Scotland flight.

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Fastest flight time	12h 40m
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The fastest flight from California to Scotland takes 12h 40m

There are no direct flights from California to Scotland. There are no popular flight routes from California to Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Scotland

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Scotland?
Prices for flights from California to Scotland were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Scotland?
There are 13 operators available for flights from California to Scotland as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Scotland?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Scotland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Scotland?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Scotland can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Scotland. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from California to Scotland

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from California to Scotland with momondo

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $195	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,009 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $441	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,087 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $531	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,285 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $541	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,920 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $551	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,415 reviews	Search Finnair flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,768 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $588	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $598	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,859 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $606	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,532 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $610	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,107 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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