What is the cheapest airline that flies from Glasgow to California?

British Airways, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Glasgow to California

Which airlines fly to California?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Glasgow according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Glasgow to California?

Prices for flights from Glasgow to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Glasgow to California?

The number of operators available for flights from Glasgow to California is 8 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Glasgow to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Glasgow to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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07:00 - 13:50

GLA

LAX

14h 50m

1 stop

17:05 - 16:45

LAX

GLA

15h 40m

1 stop

£475British Airways

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct

09:25 - 18:25

GLA

LAX

17h 00m

1 stop

20:10 - 20:15

LAX

GLA

16h 05m

1 stop

£545Multiple Airlines

Mon, 15 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun

09:25 - 18:25

GLA

LAX

17h 00m

1 stop

20:10 - 20:15

LAX

GLA

16h 05m

1 stop

£557Multiple Airlines

Mon, 15 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun

21:45 - 12:20

GLA

SFO

46h 35m

2 stops

17:35 - 15:40

SFO

GLA

14h 05m

1 stop

£566Multiple Airlines

Mon, 24 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

10:00 - 23:10

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SFO

21h 10m

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19:30 - 16:45

SFO

GLA

13h 15m

1 stop

£664American Airlines

Mon, 6 Jul - Tue, 14 Jul

13:05 - 00:52

GLA

SFO

19h 47m

2 stops

19:30 - 18:40

SFO

GLA

15h 10m

1 stop

£665American Airlines

Tue, 23 Jun - Mon, 6 Jul

16:55 - 22:44

GLA

ONT

37h 49m

2 stops

13:00 - 16:10

ONT

GLA

19h 10m

2 stops

£682Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct

08:35 - 20:15

GLA

SNA

19h 40m

2 stops

11:42 - 16:50

SNA

GLA

21h 08m

2 stops

£757Aer Lingus

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

06:00 - 11:50

GLA

SAN

13h 50m

1 stop

13:40 - 12:55

SAN

GLA

15h 15m

1 stop

£777KLM

Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

13:30 - 22:23

GLA

ONT

16h 53m

2 stops

13:00 - 12:55

ONT

GLA

15h 55m

2 stops

£802KLM

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

Virgin Atlantic flights from Glasgow to California

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Virgin Atlantic

2 Sept

GLA09:10Glasgow Intl

20h 55m

2 stops

LAX22:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

16 Sept

LAX06:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

18h 25m

2 stops

GLA08:25Glasgow Intl

£663

Virgin Atlantic

8 Sept

GLA16:55Glasgow Intl

37h 49m

2 stops

ONT22:44Ontario

20 Oct

ONT13:00Ontario

19h 10m

2 stops

GLA16:10Glasgow Intl

£682

Virgin Atlantic

15 Oct

GLA06:00Glasgow Intl

13h 50m

1 stop

SAN11:50San Diego

20 Oct

SAN13:40San Diego

15h 15m

1 stop

GLA12:55Glasgow Intl

£1,438

Lufthansa flights from Glasgow to California

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Lufthansa

1 Oct

GLA14:00Glasgow Intl

28h 51m

2 stops

LAX10:51Los Angeles Los Angeles

5 Oct

LAX22:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 35m

2 stops

GLA10:10Glasgow Intl

£684

Lufthansa

29 Jun

GLA14:00Glasgow Intl

25h 35m

2 stops

SFO07:35San Francisco

30 Jul

SFO11:15San Francisco

14h 55m

1 stop

GLA10:10Glasgow Intl

£693

Lufthansa

1 Jul

GLA14:00Glasgow Intl

27h 06m

2 stops

SFO09:06San Francisco

10 Jul

SFO07:00San Francisco

19h 10m

1 stop

GLA10:10Glasgow Intl

£721

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Tue 8/9

07:00-13:50

1 stop14h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

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17:05-16:45

1 stop15h 40m

£475

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09:25-18:25

1 stop17h 00m

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20:10-20:15

1 stop16h 05m

£545

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GLALAX

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Mon 15/6

09:25-18:25

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 29/6

20:10-20:15

1 stop16h 05m

£557

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GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Mon 24/8

21:45-12:20

2 stops46h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 7/9

17:35-15:40

1 stop14h 05m

£566

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GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Mon 6/7

10:00-23:10

2 stops21h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 14/7

19:30-16:45

1 stop13h 15m

£664

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Tue 23/6

13:05-00:52

2 stops19h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 6/7

19:30-18:40

1 stop15h 10m

£665

GlasgowOntario

GLA - ONT

GLAONT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 8/9

16:55-22:44

2 stops37h 49m

Ontario

Tue 20/10

13:00-16:10

2 stops19h 10m

£682

GlasgowSanta Ana

GLA - SNA

GLASNA

Glasgow Intl

Tue 8/9

08:35-20:15

2 stops19h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 15/9

11:42-16:50

2 stops21h 08m

£757

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GlasgowSan Diego

GLA - SAN

GLASAN

Glasgow Intl

Thu 15/10

06:00-11:50

1 stop13h 50m

San Diego

Tue 20/10

13:40-12:55

1 stop15h 15m

£777

GlasgowOntario

GLA - ONT

GLAONT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 2/9

13:30-22:23

2 stops16h 53m

Ontario

Wed 16/9

13:00-12:55

2 stops15h 55m

£802

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Glasgow to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of October, then departing from Glasgow during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £77.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Glasgow to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Glasgow when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around £615 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Glasgow for as low as £487 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 10m
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The fastest flight from Glasgow to California takes 14h 10m

There are no direct flights from Glasgow to California. There are no popular flight routes from Glasgow to California.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Glasgow to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Glasgow to California?
Prices for flights from Glasgow to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Glasgow to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Glasgow to California is 8 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Glasgow to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Glasgow to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Glasgow to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Iberia	PriceFrom £170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,222 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Air France	PriceFrom £236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,595 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £417	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 689 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £417	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,025 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £421	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,772 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £421	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,805 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,639 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £429	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,524 reviews	Search KLM flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,401 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £480	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,036 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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