How long is the flight from Scotland to California?

Flight times from Scotland to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Glasgow and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 14h 10m on average. Another popular route from Scotland to California is flying from Aberdeen to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 16h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

British Airways, United Airlines, and Air France 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 November 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.

$390 Cheap Flights from Scotland to California in 2026/27

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5:50 am - 7:20 amEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles

33h 30m2 stops Madrid Barajas Casablanca Mohamed V

9:20 am - 9:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

28h 35m2 stops Casablanca Mohamed V Madrid Barajas

$688Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Dec 4

6:15 am - 12:42 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles

38h 27m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl

8:20 pm - 7:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 50m1 stop Dublin

$695Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 17 - Sun, May 2

8:55 pm - 6:26 pmGLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

53h 31m2 stops London Gatwick Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:30 pm - 8:25 amLAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

35h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow

$695Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 6

5:50 am - 7:20 amEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles

33h 30m2 stops Madrid Barajas Casablanca Mohamed V

9:20 am - 9:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

28h 35m2 stops Casablanca Mohamed V Madrid Barajas

$698Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Dec 4

8:25 am - 2:55 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

5:25 pm - 5:40 pmSFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

$808British Airways

Fri, Dec 18 - Thu, Jan 21

7:45 pm - 2:55 pmINV Inverness-SFO San Francisco

27h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

7:50 am - 10:15 amSFO San Francisco-INV Inverness

18h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

$891British Airways

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

7:25 am - 3:50 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles

16h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

5:30 pm - 3:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

$892British Airways

Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1

8:25 am - 3:35 pmGLA Glasgow Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 10m1 stop Dublin

5:20 pm - 4:45 pmSFO San Francisco-GLA Glasgow Intl

15h 25m1 stop Dublin

$921Aer Lingus

Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 24

8:30 am - 3:35 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

15h 05m1 stop Dublin

5:20 pm - 3:45 pmSFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 25m1 stop Dublin

$962Aer Lingus

Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 30

12:05 pm - 10:34 pmGLA Glasgow Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 29m2 stops Dublin Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 7:05 pmSFO San Francisco-GLA Glasgow Intl

17h 45m1 stop Dublin

$1,022Aer Lingus

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29

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6:30 am - 9:35 pmGLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

23h 05m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Paris Charles de Gaulle

3:20 pm - 10:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

22h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Rome Fiumicino

$922Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28

7:55 pm - 3:35 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

27h 40m1 stop Dublin

5:20 pm - 8:30 pmSFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 10m1 stop Dublin

$998Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 27

6:30 am - 9:35 pmGLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

23h 05m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Paris Charles de Gaulle

3:20 pm - 8:30 amLAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

33h 10m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Rome Fiumicino Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,001Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28

6:25 pm - 4:05 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

29h 40m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Lisbon Humberto Delgado

10:20 pm - 10:20 amSFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

28h 00m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Raleigh-Durham Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

$1,030Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 13

9:25 pm - 6:45 pmGLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

29h 20m1 stop Dublin

8:30 pm - 7:55 amLAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

27h 25m1 stop Dublin

$1,049Aer Lingus

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28

12:05 pm - 6:45 pmGLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 40m1 stop Dublin

8:30 pm - 7:55 amLAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

27h 25m1 stop Dublin

$1,062Aer Lingus

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

11:05 am - 9:57 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

18h 52m1 stop Philadelphia

2:07 pm - 3:20 pmSFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 13m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow

$1,096British Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 27

11:05 am - 9:57 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

18h 52m1 stop Philadelphia

2:07 pm - 3:20 pmSFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 13m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow

$1,100British Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 27

11:40 am - 6:30 pmGLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

6:00 pm - 5:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

15h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,110British Airways

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28

5:20 pm - 3:35 pmEDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

30h 15m1 stop Dublin

11:43 pm - 4:50 pmSFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

33h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dublin

$1,168Aer Lingus

Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 21

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Scotland to California

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Scandinavian Airlines

Dec 13

EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

27h 40m

1 stop

SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco

Jan 16

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$702

Scandinavian Airlines

Feb 12

EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

27h 40m

1 stop

SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco

Feb 20

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$706

Scandinavian Airlines

Apr 10

EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

27h 30m

1 stop

SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

Apr 20

SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco

17h 50m

1 stop

EDI6:25 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$710

KLM flights from Scotland to California

Our best KLM deals on Scotland to California flight tickets

KLM

Dec 11

GLA5:40 amGlasgow Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

LAX11:45 amLos Angeles

Jan 15

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

14h 55m

1 stop

GLA12:45 pmGlasgow Intl

$851

KLM

Dec 7

EDI8:30 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

23h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:45 amLos Angeles

Dec 14

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

18h 15m

1 stop

EDI4:05 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$857

KLM

Dec 7

GLA5:40 amGlasgow Intl

18h 35m

2 stops

LAX4:15 pmLos Angeles

Dec 14

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

18h 40m

1 stop

GLA4:30 pmGlasgow Intl

$862

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 11/21

5:50 am-7:20 am

2 stops33h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/4

9:20 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$688

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 4/17

6:15 am-12:42 pm

2 stops38h 27m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/2

8:20 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$695

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA Glasgow Intl - LAX Los Angeles

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Mon 11/23

8:55 pm-6:26 pm

2 stops53h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

12:30 pm-8:25 am

2 stops35h 55m

$695

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 11/21

5:50 am-7:20 am

2 stops33h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/4

9:20 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$698

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 12/18

8:25 am-2:55 pm

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 1/21

5:25 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$808

InvernessSan Francisco

INV Inverness - SFO San Francisco

INVSFO

Inverness

Thu 12/24

7:45 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 12/31

7:50 am-10:15 am

2 stops18h 25m

$891

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 12/25

7:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/1

5:30 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$892

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA Glasgow Intl - SFO San Francisco

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Fri 1/8

8:25 am-3:35 pm

1 stop15h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 1/24

5:20 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$921

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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/14

8:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 12/30

5:20 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$962

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA Glasgow Intl - SFO San Francisco

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Tue 12/22

12:05 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops18h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 12/29

5:20 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$1,022

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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 $847.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Scotland 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 $860 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 $669 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to California flight.

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Best Price Found	$390
Fastest flight time	13h 15m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to California from Scotland in the past 72 hours is $390. The best round-trip flight deal from Scotland to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $688.

The fastest flight from Scotland to California takes 13h 15m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 November 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

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom $630	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,285 reviews		Search British Airways flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $832	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,882 reviews		Search Aer Lingus flights

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