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$251+ Cheap flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to California

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EDI — LAX
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to California (USCA). 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$503
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$251
(Kiwi.com)
From Edinburgh Turnhouse to California
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 1/277:25 amEDI - SFO
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 2/35:30 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$493
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Mon 2/36:05 amEDI - SAN
1 stop18h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 2/106:10 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop14h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$507
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Mon 2/177:45 amEDI - SFO
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/245:20 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$530
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Mon 1/275:05 pmEDI - LAX
1 stop26h 40mKLM
Mon 2/101:45 pmLAX - EDI
1 stop25h 25mKLM
Deal found 1/20$568
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Mon 1/275:45 amEDI - LAX
2 stops17h 17mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/106:30 pmLAX - EDI
1 stop32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$574
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 5/311:25 amEDI - LAX
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
Sat 5/178:05 pmLAX - EDI
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$576
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Thu 2/205:45 amEDI - SJC
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/266:25 amSJC - EDI
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$582
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Tue 3/115:45 amEDI - LAX
1 stop14h 00mDelta
Tue 3/259:36 amLAX - EDI
2 stops17h 59mDelta
Deal found 1/20$583
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 2/1611:00 amEDI - SJC
2 stops19h 29mBritish Airways
Sun 2/236:10 amSJC - EDI
2 stops19h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$590
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Mon 1/275:45 amEDI - SFO
1 stop14h 05mDelta
Mon 2/103:25 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop21h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/20$595
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Wed 3/55:45 amEDI - SJC
2 stops21h 31mDelta
Sun 3/95:11 pmSJC - EDI
2 stops20h 39mDelta
Deal found 1/20$602
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Tue 3/118:25 amEDI - LAX
1 stop17h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/2412:56 amLAX - EDI
2 stops22h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$612

Find flights from Edinburgh to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to California 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 21, 2025.

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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/17

1:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops18h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

5:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$503

EdinburghSan Diego

EDI - SAN

EDISAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

6:05 am-4:05 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

6:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$507

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/17

7:45 am-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

5:20 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$530

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/18

5:45 am-3:02 pm

2 stops17h 17m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

5:26 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop19h 24m

$569

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/10

7:25 am-9:15 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/17

5:35 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$570

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 2/20

5:45 am-5:35 pm

2 stops19h 50m

San Jose

Wed 2/26

6:25 am-10:40 am

2 stops20h 15m

$582

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/11

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/25

9:36 am-10:35 am

2 stops17h 59m

$583

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/16

11:00 am-10:29 pm

2 stops19h 29m

San Jose

Sun 2/23

6:10 am-10:05 am

2 stops19h 55m

$590

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/10

5:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 2/17

5:30 am-10:40 am

2 stops21h 10m

$599

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/5

5:45 am-7:16 pm

2 stops21h 31m

San Jose

Sun 3/9

5:11 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops20h 39m

$602

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to California

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Edinburgh to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of $246). Flying from Edinburgh to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 EDI to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Edinburgh to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and Finnair from Edinburgh to California by reading reviews from past customers. 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
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,285 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
665 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Edinburgh, you will be flying from Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $541. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aer Lingus and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Edinburgh to California are Edinburgh Turnhouse - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Los Angeles and Edinburgh Turnhouse - San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to California (average of $246). Flying from Edinburgh to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 5 airlines flying from Edinburgh to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to California. 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$577Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$609Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$612Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$649Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$693Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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