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

British Airways and Finnair are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to California

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 05m on average. Another popular route from Scotland to California is flying from Glasgow to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 14h 15m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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 1 as of October 2025.

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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11:45 am - 5:50 pmEDI-LAS

14h 05m1 stop

7:35 pm - 10:20 pmLAS-EDI

18h 45m1 stop

$598Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 20

9:20 am - 2:40 pmEDI-SFO

37h 20m2 stops

4:45 pm - 6:25 pmSFO-EDI

17h 40m1 stop

$618Scandinavian Airlines

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Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, May 5

5:55 am - 3:20 pmGLA-LAX

17h 25m1 stop

9:00 pm - 7:40 pmLAX-GLA

14h 40m1 stop

$698Finnair

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Wed, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 11

6:05 am - 11:50 amGLA-SFO

13h 45m1 stop

1:55 pm - 12:45 pmSFO-GLA

14h 50m1 stop

$713KLM

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Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8

6:05 am - 11:45 amGLA-LAX

13h 40m1 stop

7:25 am - 8:30 amLAX-GLA

17h 05m2 stops

$719KLM

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Wed, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 11

6:25 am - 3:00 pmEDI-SFO

16h 35m1 stop

5:30 pm - 6:10 pmSFO-EDI

16h 40m1 stop

$720British Airways

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Wed, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 2

10:00 am - 6:45 pmEDI-SFO

16h 45m1 stop

6:30 pm - 4:50 pmSFO-EDI

15h 20m1 stop

$721British Airways

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Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17

12:50 pm - 3:50 pmGLA-LAX

35h 00m1 stop

3:30 pm - 1:15 pmLAX-GLA

13h 45m1 stop

$746Finnair

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Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 15

12:30 pm - 8:38 pmEDI-LAX

16h 08m1 stop

11:55 pm - 7:55 amLAX-EDI

24h 00m2 stops

$757United Airlines

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Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 24

9:25 am - 10:53 pmEDI-ONT

21h 28m3 stops

6:00 am - 7:55 amONT-EDI

17h 55m2 stops

$770United Airlines

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Finnair flights from Scotland to California

Our best Finnair deals on Scotland to California flight tickets

Finnair

Dec 3

GLA5:55 amGlasgow Intl

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX3:20 pmLos Angeles

Dec 11

LAX9:00 pmLos Angeles

14h 40m

1 stop

GLA7:40 pmGlasgow Intl

$698

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Finnair

Feb 1

GLA12:50 pmGlasgow Intl

35h 00m

1 stop

LAX3:50 pmLos Angeles

Feb 15

LAX3:30 pmLos Angeles

13h 45m

1 stop

GLA1:15 pmGlasgow Intl

$746

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Finnair

Feb 13

GLA8:15 amGlasgow Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

LAX8:25 pmLos Angeles

Mar 6

LAX6:00 pmLos Angeles

16h 00m

1 stop

GLA6:00 pmGlasgow Intl

$777

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Scotland to California

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Scandinavian Airlines

Apr 22

EDI9:20 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

37h 20m

2 stops

SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

May 5

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$618

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Scandinavian Airlines

Apr 15

EDI9:20 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

39h 30m

2 stops

LAX4:50 pmLos Angeles

Apr 24

LAX7:10 pmLos Angeles

31h 05m

2 stops

EDI10:15 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

$624

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Apr 21

EDI10:15 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

60h 25m

2 stops

SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

May 4

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$631

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EdinburghLas Vegas

EDI - LAS

EDILAS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 12/13

11:45 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 12/20

7:35 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$598

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/22

9:20 am-2:40 pm

2 stops37h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

4:45 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$618

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 12/3

5:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

9:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$698

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Wed 12/3

6:05 am-11:50 am

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

1:55 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$713

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 12/3

6:05 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

7:25 am-8:30 am

2 stops17h 05m

$719

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/25

6:25 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

5:30 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$720

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

10:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

6:30 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$721

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Sun 2/1

12:50 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/15

3:30 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$746

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/10

12:30 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop16h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/24

11:55 pm-7:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

$757

EdinburghOntario

EDI - ONT

EDIONT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/2

9:25 am-10:53 pm

3 stops21h 28m

Ontario

Mon 2/9

6:00 am-7:55 am

2 stops17h 55m

$770

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Scotland averaging around $652.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Scotland to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $747. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Saturday is $1,145.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $891. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $938 on average. Flights to California from Scotland at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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 $792 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 $610 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to California flight.

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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 1 as of October 2025.
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 $517	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,488 reviews		Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $790	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,996 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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