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$247+ Cheap flights from California to Edinburgh (EDI)

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LAX — EDI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Edinburgh

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$687
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$247
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$747
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Cheapest flights from California to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/89:25 pmLAX - EDI
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1411:25 pmEDI - LAX
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$687
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/67:30 pmLAX - EDI
2 stops33h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/137:45 pmEDI - LAX
2 stops28h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$706
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/124:04 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops20h 36mSWISS
Mon 4/77:40 pmEDI - SAN
2 stops31h 16mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$710
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/234:45 pmLAS - EDI
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/256:15 amEDI - LAS
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$714
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/228:05 pmLAX - EDI
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 5/65:50 amEDI - LAX
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$715
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/27:50 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 4/98:20 pmEDI - SAN
1 stop26h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/18$736
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/221:45 pmRNO - EDI
2 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/299:00 amEDI - RNO
2 stops45h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$738
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/64:35 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Tue 4/159:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops20h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$740
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/154:40 pmLAX - EDI
1 stop30h 40mAir Canada
Tue 4/299:00 amEDI - LAX
2 stops34h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$740
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2712:35 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop34h 45mAir Canada
Thu 5/89:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops20h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$740
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/207:05 amSFO - EDI
1 stop15h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 4/302:05 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop17h 06mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/20$742
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/236:40 amSAN - EDI
1 stop16h 05mDelta
Fri 5/22:05 pmEDI - SAN
1 stop18h 07mDelta
Deal found 2/20$742

Find flights from California to Edinburgh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

9:25 pm-9:45 am

1 stop28h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/14

11:25 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$687

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 3/12

4:04 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops20h 36m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/7

7:40 pm-6:56 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$710

Las VegasEdinburgh

LAS - EDI

LASEDI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 2/23

4:45 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/25

6:15 am-2:40 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$714

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

8:05 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/6

5:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$715

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 4/2

7:50 pm-9:20 am

1 stop29h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/9

8:20 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$736

RenoEdinburgh

RNO - EDI

RNOEDI

Reno

Tue 4/22

1:45 pm-7:20 am

2 stops33h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/29

9:00 am-10:58 pm

2 stops45h 58m

$738

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

4:35 pm-7:20 am

2 stops30h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/15

9:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$740

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Tue 4/15

4:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop30h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/29

9:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops34h 10m

$740

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Sun 4/27

12:35 pm-7:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/8

9:00 am-9:49 pm

2 stops20h 49m

$740

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

7:05 am-6:45 am

1 stop15h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/30

2:05 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop17h 06m

$742

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Travel insights for flights from California to Edinburgh

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from California to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,357). 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 CA to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from California to Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Finnair from California to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,274 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
773 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 California to Edinburgh. 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 into for flights to Edinburgh from California?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Edinburgh.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Scandinavian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $460. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aer Lingus and SWISS, as they are both options that can get you from California to Edinburgh for a low price.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Edinburgh are San Francisco - Edinburgh Turnhouse, Los Angeles - Edinburgh Turnhouse and San Diego - Edinburgh Turnhouse.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from California to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,357). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Edinburgh

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest$588Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$594Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$602Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$604Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$604Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$622Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$662Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$676Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$678Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
JetBlueCheapest$690Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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