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$279+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — EDI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Edinburgh

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sun 2/2212:59 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops20h 01m
American Airlines
Sun 3/110:00 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops20h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$626
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/57:00 am
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops23h 35m
British Airways
Mon 8/318:30 pm
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops29h 28m
British Airways
Deal found 1/24$633
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/211:30 am
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops19h 10m
British Airways
Tue 9/1512:10 pm
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops18h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 1/25$638
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sat 8/227:00 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops29h 25m
United Airlines
Fri 9/119:00 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops36h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$643
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2211:55 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops23h 25m
Air Canada
Fri 9/119:00 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops36h 13m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/25$647
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 10/2011:56 am
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops18h 44m
American Airlines
Thu 10/298:35 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops20h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$653
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 10/79:20 am
SMF
-
EDI
1 stop15h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 10/1511:30 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops30h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$658
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/211:30 am
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops20h 35m
British Airways
Mon 9/147:35 pm
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops30h 36m
British Airways
Deal found 1/25$667

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$626
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$279
(FlightHub)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$733
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Edinburgh 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/2

4:55 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/9

10:40 am-10:54 pm

2 stops20h 14m

$677

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

4:00 pm-7:20 am

2 stops55h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/29

9:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$702

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop19h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/23

11:30 am-8:26 pm

2 stops39h 56m

$774

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/5

5:00 am-7:55 am

2 stops18h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/9

11:30 am-9:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$855

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/2

7:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops19h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/9

12:30 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$892

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/25

11:55 pm-8:25 am

1 stop24h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/19

9:00 am-9:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$915

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/25

11:55 pm-8:25 am

1 stop24h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/16

9:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$919

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/26

6:20 pm-10:35 am

2 stops32h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/19

9:00 am-9:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$926

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/10

4:00 pm-7:40 am

2 stops55h 40m

$279

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/10

11:39 pm-9:20 am

1 stop25h 41m

$749

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Edinburgh

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Edinburgh in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Edinburgh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Edinburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Edinburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Edinburgh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Edinburgh

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Edinburgh (average of $502). Flying from Sacramento to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $918). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated January 26, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Sacramento to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,700 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Edinburgh. 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 Sacramento to Edinburgh?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Edinburgh in 19h 30m. Fly via British Airways, Air Canada, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Sacramento and Edinburgh is about 4962 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Currently priced at $410, Delta will fly you from Sacramento to Edinburgh and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $651 and $659, respectively. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Edinburgh for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Edinburgh 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 Sacramento to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Edinburgh (average of $502). Flying from Sacramento to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $918). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Edinburgh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Edinburgh. 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 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$410Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$651Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$659Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$674Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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