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$373+ Cheap flights from Scotland 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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LAX
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Scotland to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scotland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:40 amGLA - SAN
1 stop15h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/148:25 amSAN - GLA
2 stops21h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$973
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:10 pmGLA - SAN
1 stop29h 00mIberia
Tue 1/137:10 amSAN - GLA
2 stops24h 40mIberia
Deal found 12/14$1,020
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:40 amGLA - SAN
1 stop15h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/129:21 amSAN - GLA
2 stops21h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,027
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:20 pmGLA - SAN
1 stop32h 50mIberia
Thu 1/1510:50 amSAN - GLA
2 stops26h 35mIberia
Deal found 12/14$1,030
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:10 pmGLA - SAN
1 stop29h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 1/136:00 pmSAN - GLA
1 stop13h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/14$1,062
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:40 amGLA - SAN
1 stop15h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/92:20 pmSAN - GLA
2 stops16h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,067
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:55 amGLA - LAX
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/118:15 pmLAX - GLA
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,069
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:10 pmGLA - SAN
1 stop29h 00mIberia
Mon 1/126:20 amSAN - GLA
2 stops24h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/14$1,074
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:20 amGLA - LAX
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/104:45 pmLAX - GLA
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,091
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:10 pmGLA - SAN
1 stop29h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 1/146:00 pmSAN - GLA
1 stop14h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/14$1,099
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:20 amGLA - LAX
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/128:31 pmLAX - GLA
2 stops51h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,101
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:10 pmGLA - SAN
1 stop29h 00mIberia
Sun 1/116:20 amSAN - GLA
2 stops24h 15mIberia
Deal found 12/14$1,114

Find flight deals from Scotland to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Scotland to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$645
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$373

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,089
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Scotland to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Scotland

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Thu 1/29

4:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

4:40 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$600

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/3

7:40 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops51h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

4:45 pm-10:15 am

2 stops33h 30m

$662

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/16

6:35 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/30

5:05 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$709

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/30

8:15 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops26h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

4:45 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$717

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 3/11

8:50 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/24

8:50 pm-8:45 am

1 stop28h 55m

$720

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 1/28

11:40 am-6:35 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

6:20 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$723

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/5

7:45 am-12:40 pm

2 stops36h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

6:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$723

GlasgowSan Diego

GLA - SAN

GLASAN

Glasgow Intl

Wed 1/28

6:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops19h 55m

San Diego

Wed 2/4

8:05 am-9:55 am

2 stops17h 50m

$725

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 1/28

10:55 am-8:25 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

5:30 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$725

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 3/4

9:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/18

4:30 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$726

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Best time to book a flight from Scotland to California

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to California (average of $430). Flying from Scotland to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $617). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SCT to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Scotland to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

When flying from Scotland to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.

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 December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and British Airways from Scotland to California by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

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
9,092 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

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
7,575 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

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 Scotland to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Scotland to California?

    Airlines like Scandinavian Airlines, Air France, and KLM fly from Scotland to California in about 14h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 36h 05m. The distance between Scotland and California is about 5149 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $360. British Airways flights start at $511 while deals on Aer Lingus start at $545 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland 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 Scotland to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to California (average of $430). Flying from Scotland to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $617). 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 2 airlines flying from Scotland to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Scotland 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$517Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$790Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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