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$381+ 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SAN
Apr 30 — May 71
Wed 4/30
Wed 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Diego are usually found in April or November, 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 April 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$688
(Expedia)

One-way from

$381
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$702
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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 April 25, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/67:05 amEDI - SAN
1 stop15h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 9/137:50 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop14h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/25$688
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop14h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 5/151:55 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop23h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/24$743
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/159:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops40h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/226:43 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops31h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$759
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops18h 06mKLM
Sat 9/137:00 amSAN - EDI
2 stops17h 25mKLM
Deal found 4/25$778
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops45h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/292:05 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$779
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:30 amEDI - SAN
1 stop15h 21mLufthansa
Thu 5/226:30 amSAN - EDI
1 stop17h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 4/24$827
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops20h 08mDelta
Thu 5/292:10 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops18h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/24$833
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/310:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop15h 28mAir France
Sat 10/181:35 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops18h 40mAir France
Deal found 4/25$866
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:00 amEDI - SAN
3 stops26h 21mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/203:59 pmSAN - EDI
3 stops21h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,477

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Edinburgh

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 9/6

7:05 am-2:50 pm

1 stop15h 45m

San Diego

Sat 9/13

7:50 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$688

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

San Diego

Thu 5/15

1:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$743

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/15

9:00 am-5:27 pm

2 stops40h 27m

San Diego

Thu 5/22

6:43 pm-10:35 am

2 stops31h 52m

$759

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-4:06 pm

2 stops18h 06m

San Diego

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-8:25 am

2 stops17h 25m

$778

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-7:28 pm

2 stops45h 28m

San Diego

Thu 5/29

2:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop36h 00m

$779

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/15

11:30 am-6:51 pm

1 stop15h 21m

San Diego

Thu 5/22

6:30 am-8:25 am

1 stop17h 55m

$827

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-6:08 pm

2 stops20h 08m

San Diego

Thu 5/29

2:10 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$833

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/3

10:00 am-5:28 pm

1 stop15h 28m

San Diego

Sat 10/18

1:35 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$866

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/16

6:00 am-12:21 am

3 stops26h 21m

San Diego

Mon 10/20

3:59 pm-9:45 pm

3 stops21h 46m

$1,477

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/19

12:05 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$381

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Compare providers for flights from Edinburgh to San Diego

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 Edinburgh to San Diego in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 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 Edinburgh-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Edinburgh-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Edinburgh-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Edinburgh-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Edinburgh-San Diego 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 Edinburgh to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Edinburgh with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 18, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to San Diego, you should look to book at least 30 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.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 April 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Air France from Edinburgh to San Diego to help guide your decision. 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
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
Air France
7.4
Good
1,444 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,685 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
642 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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, British Airways ($688), Virgin Atlantic ($743), and United Airlines ($759) offers the cheapest pricing from Edinburgh to San Diego. British Airways is 18% 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 WestJet ($381), Aer Lingus ($830), and JetBlue ($1,247).

  • 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 April 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$651Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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