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 on average. Another popular route from Scotland to California is flying from Edinburgh to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 14h 40m. 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 Finnair 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 May 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 - 5:00 pm

EDI

LAX

29h 50m

1 stop

7:30 pm - 6:25 pm

LAX

EDI

14h 55m

1 stop

$687Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

7:10 pm - 5:00 pm

EDI

LAX

29h 50m

1 stop

7:30 pm - 6:25 pm

LAX

EDI

14h 55m

1 stop

$690Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

8:20 am - 6:25 pm

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LAX

18h 05m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 10:10 pm

LAX

GLA

18h 00m

1 stop

$693Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9

6:15 am - 6:25 pm

EDI

LAX

20h 10m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 7:40 pm

LAX

EDI

15h 30m

1 stop

$699Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9

12:10 pm - 7:28 pm

EDI

LAS

15h 18m

1 stop

11:05 am - 9:20 am

LAS

EDI

14h 15m

1 stop

$738JetBlue

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

12:00 pm - 6:25 pm

GLA

LAX

14h 25m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 4:50 pm

LAX

GLA

12h 40m

1 stop

$794Aer Lingus

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9

7:30 am - 1:50 pm

GLA

SFO

14h 20m

1 stop

7:30 pm - 4:45 pm

SFO

GLA

13h 15m

1 stop

$855British Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 13

11:25 am - 8:09 am

EDI

SNA

28h 44m

2 stops

9:07 am - 9:40 am

SNA

EDI

16h 33m

2 stops

$862British Airways

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Sep 2

12:10 pm - 12:54 am

EDI

LAS

20h 44m

1 stop

6:00 am - 10:00 am

LAS

EDI

20h 00m

1 stop

$879JetBlue

Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 9

8:35 am - 3:50 pm

GLA

SFO

15h 15m

1 stop

5:35 pm - 3:25 pm

SFO

GLA

13h 50m

1 stop

$881Aer Lingus

Fri, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 8

Aer Lingus flights from Scotland to California

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Aer Lingus

Jun 2

GLA12:00 pmGlasgow Intl

14h 25m

1 stop

LAX6:25 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jun 9

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

12h 40m

1 stop

GLA4:50 pmGlasgow Intl

$794

Aer Lingus

May 21

EDI9:15 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

17h 10m

1 stop

LAX6:25 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

May 24

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

15h 40m

1 stop

EDI7:50 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$832

Aer Lingus

Jun 4

EDI9:40 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

14h 10m

1 stop

SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco

Jun 10

SFO5:40 pmSan Francisco

18h 10m

1 stop

EDI7:50 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

$855

American Airlines flights from Scotland to California

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American Airlines

Oct 6

GLA1:05 pmGlasgow Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

LAX8:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Oct 12

LAX4:25 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

14h 25m

1 stop

GLA2:50 pmGlasgow Intl

$903

American Airlines

Oct 7

GLA1:20 pmGlasgow Intl

14h 55m

1 stop

LAX8:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Oct 15

LAX3:05 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

18h 25m

2 stops

GLA5:30 pmGlasgow Intl

$923

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Oct 5

GLA9:05 amGlasgow Intl

13h 50m

1 stop

LAX2:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Oct 10

LAX4:25 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

14h 25m

1 stop

GLA2:50 pmGlasgow Intl

$963

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Thu 11/5

7:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop29h 50m

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Mon 11/9

7:30 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$687

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EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/2

7:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 11/8

7:30 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$690

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Tue 6/2

8:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 6/9

8:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$693

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/2

6:15 am-6:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 6/9

8:10 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$699

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EDILAS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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12:10 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop15h 18m

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Wed 9/9

11:05 am-9:20 am

1 stop14h 15m

$738

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GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Tue 6/2

12:00 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 6/9

8:10 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$794

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Wed 9/30

7:30 am-1:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

7:30 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$855

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EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/12

11:25 am-8:09 am

2 stops28h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/2

9:07 am-9:40 am

2 stops16h 33m

$862

EdinburghLas Vegas

EDI - LAS

EDILAS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 6/4

12:10 pm-12:54 am

1 stop20h 44m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/9

6:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

$879

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Fri 6/5

8:35 am-3:50 pm

1 stop15h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 6/8

5:35 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$881

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Scotland averaging around $130.

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 $811 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 $635 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 00m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to California takes 14h 00m

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 May 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 $519	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,969 reviews		Search British Airways flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $749	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,551 reviews		Search Aer Lingus flights

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