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$320+ Cheap flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LAX
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to California

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$551
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$320
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$662
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/299:15 pm
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/57:55 pm
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$551
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/206:35 am
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/276:25 am
LAX
-
EDI
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$562
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/59:25 am
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop19h 45m
Lufthansa
Sun 2/88:20 am
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/15$576
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/164:35 pm
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/157:00 am
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$577
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/156:00 am
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/137:00 am
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$585
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/229:25 am
EDI
-
LAX
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/267:30 am
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$588
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/47:25 am
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/117:10 pm
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$589
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/97:55 am
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/235:20 pm
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$592
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/168:50 pm
EDI
-
LAX
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/147:00 am
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$593
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/56:00 am
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Air France
Sun 2/88:35 am
LAX
-
EDI
2 stops18h 05m
Air France
Deal found 1/15$595
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/59:25 am
EDI
-
LAX
1 stop17h 44m
United Airlines
Sun 2/88:20 am
LAX
-
EDI
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$596
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1912:30 pm
EDI
-
ONT
2 stops41h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 5/106:05 am
ONT
-
EDI
2 stops44h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$617

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to California that are best for you.

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EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 2/5

9:25 am-7:09 pm

1 stop17h 44m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

8:20 am-7:55 am

1 stop15h 35m

$596

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/11

5:50 am-6:35 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

7:20 am-10:40 am

2 stops19h 20m

$617

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/16

12:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop19h 14m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops19h 35m

$617

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/16

12:30 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop17h 43m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

8:15 am-10:35 am

2 stops18h 20m

$617

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/14

12:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/1

9:35 pm-10:35 am

1 stop29h 00m

$617

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/15

9:40 am-8:37 pm

2 stops18h 57m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/1

11:20 pm-10:35 am

1 stop27h 15m

$617

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/14

12:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

11:59 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 06m

$617

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/14

12:30 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop17h 43m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

9:20 pm-10:35 am

1 stop29h 15m

$617

EdinburghOntario

EDI - ONT

EDIONT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/19

12:30 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Ontario

Sun 5/10

6:05 am-10:35 am

2 stops44h 30m

$617

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 2/28

8:15 am-3:35 pm

1 stop15h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

5:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$622

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of $419). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $628). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Edinburgh to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated January 15, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Aer Lingus, and British Airways from Edinburgh to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,435 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,676 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Edinburgh, you will be flying from Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Edinburgh to California in 16h 25m. Fly via United Airlines, Lufthansa, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from Edinburgh to California is about 4925 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $360. However, be on the lookout for offers from British Airways and Aer Lingus, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Edinburgh to California are Edinburgh Turnhouse - San Francisco, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl and Edinburgh Turnhouse - Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of $419). Flying from Edinburgh to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $628). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Edinburgh to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$490Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$749Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$790Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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