How long is the flight from Scotland to California?

Flight times from Scotland to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Edinburgh and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 14h 40m on average. Another popular route from Scotland to California is flying from Glasgow to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 14h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

JetBlue, United Airlines, and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to California

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to California are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to California is 2 as of March 2026.

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

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 Scotland to California.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:10 pm - 4:50 pm

EDI

LAX

29h 40m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 6:25 pm

LAX

EDI

15h 15m

1 stop

$598Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Wed, May 27

7:10 pm - 4:50 pm

EDI

LAX

29h 40m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 6:25 pm

LAX

EDI

15h 15m

1 stop

$600Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Wed, May 27

10:30 am - 7:46 pm

EDI

LAX

17h 16m

1 stop

7:00 am - 8:30 am

LAX

EDI

17h 30m

1 stop

$628Iberia

Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 5

9:05 am - 6:25 pm

GLA

LAX

17h 20m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 8:15 pm

LAX

GLA

16h 05m

1 stop

$689Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 18

8:20 am - 6:25 pm

GLA

LAX

18h 05m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 10:10 pm

LAX

GLA

18h 00m

1 stop

$692Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

7:00 am - 1:45 pm

GLA

LAX

14h 45m

1 stop

8:55 pm - 7:50 pm

LAX

GLA

14h 55m

1 stop

$702British Airways

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 19

1:05 pm - 9:57 pm

GLA

LAX

16h 52m

2 stops

8:55 pm - 7:50 pm

LAX

GLA

14h 55m

1 stop

$707British Airways

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 19

1:10 pm - 11:59 pm

EDI

ONT

18h 49m

2 stops

1:10 pm - 4:30 pm

ONT

EDI

19h 20m

2 stops

$775American Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jul 7

6:00 am - 6:57 pm

EDI

ONT

20h 57m

2 stops

2:22 pm - 4:05 pm

ONT

EDI

17h 43m

2 stops

$813American Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16

10:00 am - 11:59 pm

GLA

ONT

21h 59m

2 stops

10:22 am - 11:05 pm

ONT

GLA

28h 43m

2 stops

$987Iberia

Mon, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 10

Scandinavian Airlines flights from Scotland to California

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Scandinavian Airlines

May 18

EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

29h 40m

1 stop

LAX4:50 pmLos Angeles

May 27

LAX7:10 pmLos Angeles

15h 15m

1 stop

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$598

Scandinavian Airlines

May 18

EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

29h 40m

1 stop

LAX4:50 pmLos Angeles

May 27

LAX7:10 pmLos Angeles

15h 15m

1 stop

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$600

Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 27

EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

29h 40m

1 stop

LAX4:50 pmLos Angeles

Sep 8

LAX7:10 pmLos Angeles

15h 15m

1 stop

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$634

British Airways flights from Scotland to California

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British Airways

Aug 11

GLA7:00 amGlasgow Intl

14h 45m

1 stop

LAX1:45 pmLos Angeles

Aug 19

LAX8:55 pmLos Angeles

14h 55m

1 stop

GLA7:50 pmGlasgow Intl

$702

British Airways

Aug 11

GLA1:05 pmGlasgow Intl

16h 52m

2 stops

LAX9:57 pmLos Angeles

Aug 19

LAX8:55 pmLos Angeles

14h 55m

1 stop

GLA7:50 pmGlasgow Intl

$707

British Airways

Apr 27

GLA5:50 amGlasgow Intl

17h 00m

1 stop

LAX2:50 pmLos Angeles

May 5

LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles

15h 50m

2 stops

GLA10:25 pmGlasgow Intl

$708

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Mon 5/18

7:10 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

7:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$598

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EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/18

7:10 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

7:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$600

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/27

10:30 am-7:46 pm

1 stop17h 16m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-8:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

$628

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Thu 5/7

9:05 am-6:25 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/18

8:10 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$689

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

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8:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

8:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$692

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GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Tue 8/11

7:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

8:55 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$702

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Tue 8/11

1:05 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

8:55 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$707

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EDI - ONT

EDIONT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/2

1:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Ontario

Tue 7/7

1:10 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$775

EdinburghOntario

EDI - ONT

EDIONT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 9/12

6:00 am-6:57 pm

2 stops20h 57m

Ontario

Wed 9/16

2:22 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops17h 43m

$813

GlasgowOntario

GLA - ONT

GLAONT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 6/1

10:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops21h 59m

Ontario

Wed 6/10

10:22 am-11:05 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$987

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of January is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Scotland averaging around $677.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $803 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Scotland for as low as $634 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to California flights?

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

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Fastest flight time	13h 40m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to California takes 13h 40m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to California?
Prices for flights from Scotland to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to California is 2 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to California?
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 Scotland to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom $519	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,817 reviews		Search British Airways flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $749	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,487 reviews		Search Aer Lingus flights

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