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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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — EDI
Apr 10 — Apr 171
Fri 4/10
Fri 4/17
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 March 11, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 9/411:07 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops48h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/77:40 pm
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops34h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$634
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 8/226:30 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops29h 10m
United Airlines
Fri 9/119:00 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops38h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$711
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3011:22 am
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops21h 48m
Finnair
Tue 10/136:05 pm
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops32h 10m
Finnair
Deal found 3/9$720
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/22:12 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops19h 03m
Lufthansa
Thu 9/106:10 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops24h 12m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/7$721
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 8/238:09 am
SMF
-
EDI
1 stop18h 26m
United Airlines
Thu 8/2711:30 am
EDI
-
SMF
1 stop15h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$722
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:00 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops29h 20m
Air Canada
Fri 9/119:00 am
EDI
-
SMF
1 stop20h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/6$725
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 stops24h 05m
British Airways
Thu 9/105:50 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops24h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 3/9$735
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 8/312:12 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops33h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 9/811:30 am
EDI
-
SMF
1 stop15h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7$736
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/232:12 pm
SMF
-
EDI
2 stops18h 13m
Lufthansa
Sat 10/36:10 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops20h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/7$756
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 9/308:00 am
SMF
-
EDI
1 stop18h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 10/139:00 am
EDI
-
SMF
2 stops41h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$757

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 March 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$634
(Expedia)

One-way from

$279
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$945
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From Sacramento Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($225 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 March 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/22

6:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops29h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/11

9:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops34h 45m

$761
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/23

8:09 am-10:35 am

1 stop18h 26m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/27

11:30 am-6:49 pm

1 stop15h 19m

$772

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/3

10:07 am-2:45 pm

2 stops20h 38m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 8/14

9:25 am-8:41 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$779

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/26

8:17 am-9:55 pm

2 stops29h 38m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/6

7:30 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$792

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/1

10:37 am-11:50 am

2 stops17h 13m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/15

9:00 am-8:31 pm

2 stops43h 31m

$861

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/22

2:15 pm-11:10 pm

3 stops24h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/11

5:45 am-10:40 pm

3 stops24h 55m

$1,276
Cheapest one-way

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/10

8:29 pm-8:25 am

2 stops27h 56m

$375

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/30

9:45 am-11:50 am

2 stops18h 05m

$475

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/28

7:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop17h 25m

$475
Quickest one-way

SacramentoEdinburgh

SMF - EDI

SMFEDI

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/29

10:13 am-10:35 am

2 stops16h 22m

$475

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Deals found on 3/6

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Edinburgh from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 March 6, 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 $489). Flying from Sacramento to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $882). 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 March 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
8,277 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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
8,277 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,277 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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
9,414 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,277 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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
7.1
Good
11,420 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,277 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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
7,781 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,277 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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 29h 10m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Sacramento and Edinburgh is about 4962 mi.

  • 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 $646 and $659, respectively. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Edinburgh for 54% 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 $489). Flying from Sacramento to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $882). 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 March 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$410Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$646Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$659Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$674Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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