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 San Francisco (a popular airport in California) to Edinburgh (the most popular airport in Scotland), then the flight time is 12h 52m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 13h 29m.

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

British Airways, Iberia, and United Airlines 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 63% 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.

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 May 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.

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8:10 pm - 4:50 pm

LAX

GLA

12h 40m

1 stop

8:35 am - 8:53 pm

GLA

LAX

20h 18m

2 stops

$794Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 19

7:30 pm - 6:40 pm

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GLA

15h 10m

1 stop

7:00 am - 1:50 pm

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SFO

14h 50m

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$843British Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Oct 20

8:13 am - 10:35 am

SMF

EDI

18h 22m

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9:00 am - 11:56 pm

EDI

SMF

46h 56m

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$859United Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15

10:44 pm - 7:40 am

SMF

EDI

24h 56m

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9:00 am - 11:45 am

EDI

SMF

34h 45m

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$861United Airlines

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GLA

16h 57m

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GLA

SFO

15h 55m

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$862American Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Oct 20

3:43 pm - 3:40 pm

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EDI

15h 57m

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EDI

LAS

18h 19m

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$862American Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 26

7:00 am - 11:50 am

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EDI

20h 50m

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9:00 am - 6:26 pm

EDI

SMF

17h 26m

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$865KLM

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ONT

EDI

15h 50m

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9:00 am - 6:01 pm

EDI

ONT

17h 01m

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$881Delta

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12:32 pm - 11:50 am

ONT

EDI

15h 18m

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9:00 am - 6:01 pm

EDI

ONT

17h 01m

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$882KLM

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 8

11:15 am - 9:20 am

LAX

EDI

14h 05m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 11:50 am

EDI

LAX

30h 40m

1 stop

$912Delta

Wed, Jul 29 - Mon, Aug 24

United Airlines flights from California to Scotland

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United Airlines

Sep 6

SMF8:13 amSacramento Intl

18h 22m

1 stop

EDI10:35 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 15

EDI9:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

46h 56m

2 stops

SMF11:56 pmSacramento Intl

$859

United Airlines

Aug 22

SMF10:44 pmSacramento Intl

24h 56m

2 stops

EDI7:40 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 11

EDI9:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

34h 45m

2 stops

SMF11:45 amSacramento Intl

$861

United Airlines

Aug 22

SMF10:44 pmSacramento Intl

24h 56m

2 stops

EDI7:40 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 11

EDI9:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

34h 45m

2 stops

SMF11:45 amSacramento Intl

$862

KLM flights from California to Scotland

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KLM

Sep 6

SMF7:00 amSacramento Intl

20h 50m

1 stop

EDI11:50 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 15

EDI9:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

17h 26m

1 stop

SMF6:26 pmSacramento Intl

$865

KLM

Aug 4

LAS11:57 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

15h 53m

1 stop

EDI11:50 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Aug 19

EDI5:45 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

20h 50m

1 stop

LAS6:35 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$872

KLM

Aug 10

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

17h 25m

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GLA8:25 amGlasgow Intl

Aug 20

GLA9:10 amGlasgow Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

$873

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8:10 pm-4:50 pm

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8:35 am-8:53 pm

2 stops20h 18m

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Tue 9/8

7:30 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 10/20

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$843

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SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/6

8:13 am-10:35 am

1 stop18h 22m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/15

9:00 am-11:56 pm

2 stops46h 56m

$859

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SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

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10:44 pm-7:40 am

2 stops24h 56m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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2 stops34h 45m

$861

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San Francisco

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Glasgow Intl

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1 stop15h 55m

$862

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LASEDI

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3:43 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops15h 57m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/26

10:30 am-8:49 pm

1 stop18h 19m

$862

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SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

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7:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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1 stop17h 26m

$865

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12:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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1 stop17h 01m

$881

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Wed 8/19

12:32 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 18m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/8

9:00 am-6:01 pm

1 stop17h 01m

$882

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LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 7/29

11:15 am-9:20 am

1 stop14h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/24

1:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

$912

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Scotland?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Scotland from California during March instead. Flights to Scotland in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $441.

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 $846 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 $745 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Scotland flight.

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Fastest flight time	12h 30m
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The fastest flight from California to Scotland takes 12h 30m

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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 May 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.

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $245	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,977 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $410	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,455 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $451	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,964 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $454	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,771 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $529	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,012 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $541	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,694 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $551	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,393 reviews	Search Finnair flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,667 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $571	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 688 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom $584	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,513 reviews	Search KLM flights

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