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$486+ 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — EDI
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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The best prices from San Diego to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or March, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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 January 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$699
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,508
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Edinburgh Turnhouse flight deals.
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From San Diego to Edinburgh Turnhouse
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Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Edinburgh
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 January 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 9/217:00 amSAN - EDI
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/309:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops40h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$693
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 4/217:50 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop17h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 5/29:20 amEDI - SAN
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$700
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 4/167:00 amSAN - EDI
2 stops16h 20mAir Canada
Tue 4/299:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop34h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 1/16$707
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/47:50 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/168:35 amEDI - SAN
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$711
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/111:28 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops16h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/186:05 amEDI - SAN
2 stops19h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$723
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/1110:58 amSAN - EDI
3 stops28h 12mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 2/185:45 amEDI - SAN
3 stops25h 06mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/16$803
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 5/41:35 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops19h 00mDelta
Fri 5/1611:45 amEDI - SAN
2 stops18h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/16$890
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2110:50 amSAN - EDI
1 stop14h 25mJetBlue
Wed 5/2811:30 amEDI - SAN
1 stop16h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 1/16$958
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:05 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops34h 00mWestJet
Mon 5/2612:05 pmEDI - SAN
1 stop33h 15mWestJet
Deal found 1/16$1,036
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 5/151:25 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops19h 55mSWISS
Mon 5/267:40 pmEDI - SAN
2 stops30h 38mSWISS
Deal found 1/16$1,173
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/295:15 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Fri 4/45:10 pmEDI - SAN
1 stop30h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 1/16$1,382
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 1/226:10 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop16h 20mFinnair
Wed 1/296:55 pmEDI - SAN
2 stops31h 24mFinnair
Deal found 1/16$1,838

Find flights from San Diego to Edinburgh within your budget

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 January 17, 2025.

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SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-7:20 am

2 stops16h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/29

9:00 am-11:23 am

2 stops34h 23m

$699

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Mon 4/21

7:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/2

9:20 am-5:50 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$700

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-7:20 am

2 stops16h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/29

9:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop34h 48m

$707

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Sun 5/4

7:50 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/16

8:35 am-5:50 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$711

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Tue 2/11

1:28 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/18

6:05 am-5:58 pm

2 stops19h 53m

$723

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Tue 2/11

10:58 am-11:10 pm

3 stops28h 12m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/18

5:45 am-10:51 pm

3 stops25h 06m

$803

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Sun 5/4

1:35 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/16

11:45 am-10:30 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$890

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 5/21

10:50 am-9:15 am

1 stop14h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/28

11:30 am-8:29 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$958

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 5/14

2:05 pm-8:05 am

2 stops34h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/26

12:05 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$1,036

San DiegoEdinburgh

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Thu 5/15

1:25 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/26

7:40 pm-6:18 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$1,173

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 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.

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh

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

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 January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Edinburgh is 28 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from San Diego to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 January 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% 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 Sunday evenings 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.

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 January 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways and Scandinavian Airlines from San Diego to Edinburgh have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($699), British Airways ($700), and Air Canada ($707) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Edinburgh. United Airlines is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from San Diego to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Edinburgh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$652Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$680Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$699Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$734Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$757Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$897Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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