$324+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — EDI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to EdinburghExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:20 amSAN - EDI
2 stops19h 25mDelta
Wed 11/1211:45 amEDI - SAN
2 stops19h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$549
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 12/166:50 amEDI - SAN
2 stops21h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/24![British Airways logo]()
$581
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/410:51 amSAN - EDI
2 stops15h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1212:30 pmEDI - SAN
2 stops19h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$600
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:15 amSAN - EDI
2 stops20h 25mDelta
Fri 1/95:50 amEDI - SAN
2 stops19h 53mDelta
Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$608
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/42:36 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops19h 04mBritish Airways
Mon 12/87:20 pmEDI - SAN
1 stop28h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/25![British Airways logo]()
$631
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Tue 12/307:00 amSAN - EDI
2 stops19h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/129:25 amEDI - SAN
2 stops22h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$636
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Thu 12/410:52 amSAN - EDI
2 stops15h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/812:30 pmEDI - SAN
2 stops18h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$662
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Tue 12/306:00 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop14h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 1/127:25 amEDI - SAN
1 stop16h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/25![British Airways logo]()
$668
Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Edinburgh
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 October 27, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $557 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $324 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $751 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Edinburgh that are best for you.
Fly from
San Diego
Fly to
Edinburgh
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Tue 12/9
4:25 pm-4:50 pm
2 stops16h 25m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 12/16
6:50 am-8:45 pm
2 stops21h 55m
$585
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Thu 2/5
6:00 pm-4:35 pm
1 stop14h 35m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 2/12
6:05 am-4:10 pm
1 stop18h 05m
$607
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Wed 12/31
6:15 am-10:40 am
2 stops20h 25m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Fri 1/9
5:50 am-5:43 pm
2 stops19h 53m
$608
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Thu 2/5
6:00 pm-5:40 pm
1 stop15h 40m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 2/12
6:05 am-4:10 pm
1 stop18h 05m
$609
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Thu 2/5
1:19 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops16h 26m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 2/12
8:35 am-8:25 pm
2 stops19h 50m
$624
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Tue 12/30
7:00 am-10:30 am
2 stops19h 30m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Mon 1/12
9:25 am-11:42 pm
2 stops22h 17m
$636
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Wed 12/31
5:40 pm-10:30 am
3 stops32h 50m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Fri 1/9
9:25 am-10:33 pm
2 stops21h 08m
$636
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Thu 12/4
10:52 am-10:30 am
2 stops15h 38m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Mon 12/8
12:30 pm-10:30 pm
2 stops18h 00m
$662
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Tue 12/30
4:25 pm-6:05 pm
2 stops17h 40m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Mon 1/12
7:25 am-4:10 pm
1 stop16h 45m
$670
San DiegoEdinburgh
SAN - EDI
SANEDI
San Diego
Thu 12/4
6:00 pm-4:35 pm
1 stop14h 35m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Mon 12/8
7:20 pm-4:10 pm
1 stop28h 50m
$673
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Edinburgh in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Edinburgh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Edinburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Edinburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Edinburgh
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Edinburgh
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Edinburgh is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh (average of $554). Flying from San Diego to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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 SAN to EDI?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 27, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 October 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Edinburgh. 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.
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.9
Entertainment
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$660 | Average$876 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$681 | Average$915 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$706 | Average$914 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$714 | Average$1,071 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$714 | Average$1,171 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |