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$447+ Cheap flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to San Diego (SAN)

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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SAN
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Diego are usually found in April or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to San Diego (SAN). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$775
(World Air Fares)

One-way from

$447
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,059
From Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This World Air Fares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 World Air Fares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:40 amEDI - SAN
2 stops20h 34mLufthansa
Sun 11/210:45 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops25h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$775
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/146:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop14h 00mDelta
Tue 10/213:59 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops16h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/28$776
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Tue 10/2112:00 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop16h 05mKLM
Deal found 7/28$780
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop14h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 9/188:00 amSAN - EDI
2 stops17h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/28$789
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 11/209:25 amEDI - SAN
2 stops18h 27mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/1310:30 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$842
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 9/116:00 amEDI - SAN
3 stops33h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/184:55 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$850
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 11/207:30 amEDI - SAN
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Fri 3/134:57 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops17h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/28$872
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/1211:30 amEDI - SAN
1 stop16h 00mJetBlue
Fri 9/199:35 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop28h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 7/29$935
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:00 amEDI - SAN
3 stops25h 47mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/216:40 amSAN - EDI
3 stops25h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,293

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to San Diego 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to San Diego that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/17

9:40 am-10:14 pm

2 stops20h 34m

San Diego

Sun 11/2

10:45 pm-7:55 am

2 stops25h 10m

$775

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

3:59 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops16h 36m

$776

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

12:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$780

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

San Diego

Thu 9/18

8:00 am-9:20 am

2 stops17h 20m

$789

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/20

9:25 am-7:52 pm

2 stops18h 27m

San Diego

Fri 3/13

10:30 pm-6:55 am

2 stops25h 25m

$842

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-7:29 am

3 stops33h 29m

San Diego

Thu 9/18

4:55 pm-10:05 am

2 stops33h 10m

$850

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/20

7:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San Diego

Fri 3/13

4:57 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops17h 03m

$872

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/12

11:30 am-7:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

San Diego

Fri 9/19

9:35 pm-10:10 am

1 stop28h 35m

$935

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-11:47 pm

3 stops25h 47m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

6:40 am-4:25 pm

3 stops25h 45m

$1,293

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/31

9:40 am-7:21 am

3 stops53h 41m

$447

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to San Diego

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to San Diego. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to San Diego, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Edinburgh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and Finnair from Edinburgh to San Diego. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
655 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($775), Delta ($776), and KLM ($780) offers the cheapest pricing from Edinburgh to San Diego. Lufthansa is 6% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Edinburgh to San Diego are Aer Lingus ($710), WestJet ($771), and British Airways ($893).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Edinburgh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 airline flying from Edinburgh to San Diego

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Edinburgh to San Diego. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$651Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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