Which airlines fly to California?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Scotland 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 15 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Scotland to California?

The average flight duration from Scotland to California depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Edinburgh to Los Angeles is 14h 05m on average, while flying from Glasgow to Los Angeles is 14h 25m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.

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

British Airways, JetBlue, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to California

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to California refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to California is 15 as of June 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to California.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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05:45 - 11:45

EDI

SFO

14h 00m

1 stop

15:05 - 20:55

SFO

EDI

21h 50m

1 stop

£284Virgin Atlantic

Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

14:05 - 23:57

EDI

SFO

17h 52m

2 stops

15:05 - 16:30

SFO

EDI

17h 25m

1 stop

£285Virgin Atlantic

Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

06:10 - 13:10

EDI

LAX

15h 00m

1 stop

07:00 - 08:05

LAX

EDI

17h 05m

1 stop

£516Lufthansa

Tue, 8 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

06:10 - 13:10

EDI

LAX

15h 00m

1 stop

07:00 - 08:05

LAX

EDI

17h 05m

1 stop

£517Lufthansa

Tue, 8 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

08:35 - 15:50

GLA

SFO

15h 15m

1 stop

16:35 - 16:25

SFO

GLA

15h 50m

1 stop

£520British Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

06:25 - 13:50

GLA

SFO

15h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 15:35

SFO

GLA

15h 00m

1 stop

£527British Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

09:00 - 21:56

EDI

SNA

20h 56m

1 stop

14:00 - 16:10

SNA

EDI

18h 10m

2 stops

£594KLM

Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

09:15 - 20:07

EDI

SNA

18h 52m

2 stops

14:00 - 16:10

SNA

EDI

18h 10m

2 stops

£597KLM

Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

08:35 - 20:12

EDI

SNA

19h 37m

2 stops

11:34 - 12:55

SNA

EDI

17h 21m

2 stops

£785Aer Lingus

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

20:20 - 21:13

EDI

SNA

31h 53m

2 stops

07:55 - 08:30

SNA

EDI

16h 35m

2 stops

£824Aer Lingus

Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

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United Airlines flights from Scotland to California

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9 Jul

EDI09:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 33m

1 stop

LAX17:13Los Angeles Los Angeles

15 Jul

LAX10:39Los Angeles Los Angeles

15h 56m

1 stop

EDI10:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£396

United Airlines

1 Oct

GLA14:00Glasgow Intl

15h 21m

1 stop

LAX21:21Los Angeles Los Angeles

5 Oct

LAX07:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

19h 10m

2 stops

GLA10:10Glasgow Intl

£518

United Airlines

2 Jul

GLA14:00Glasgow Intl

26h 53m

1 stop

LAX08:53Los Angeles Los Angeles

15 Jul

LAX12:15Los Angeles Los Angeles

13h 55m

1 stop

GLA10:10Glasgow Intl

£519

Lufthansa flights from Scotland to California

Our best Lufthansa deals on Scotland to California flight tickets

Lufthansa

10 Sept

EDI06:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 00m

1 stop

LAX13:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

24 Sept

LAX18:40Los Angeles Los Angeles

20h 25m

1 stop

EDI23:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£514

Lufthansa

8 Sept

EDI06:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 00m

1 stop

LAX13:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

19 Sept

LAX07:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

17h 05m

1 stop

EDI08:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£516

Lufthansa

8 Sept

EDI06:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 00m

1 stop

LAX13:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

19 Sept

LAX07:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

17h 05m

1 stop

EDI08:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£517

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05:45-11:45

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15:05-20:55

1 stop21h 50m

£284

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EDISFO

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Thu 3/9

14:05-23:57

2 stops17h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

15:05-16:30

1 stop17h 25m

£285

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EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

06:10-13:10

1 stop15h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

07:00-08:05

1 stop17h 05m

£516

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

06:10-13:10

1 stop15h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

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07:00-08:05

1 stop17h 05m

£517

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GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Thu 17/9

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1 stop15h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 9/10

16:35-16:25

1 stop15h 50m

£520

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GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Wed 16/9

06:25-13:50

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

16:35-15:35

1 stop15h 00m

£527

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EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/8

09:00-21:56

1 stop20h 56m

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2 stops18h 10m

£594

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/8

09:15-20:07

2 stops18h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/9

14:00-16:10

2 stops18h 10m

£597

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

08:35-20:12

2 stops19h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 24/9

11:34-12:55

2 stops17h 21m

£785

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/10

20:20-21:13

2 stops31h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/11

07:55-08:30

2 stops16h 35m

£824

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland 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 April, then departing from Scotland during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £57.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around £644 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 Scotland for as low as £511 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 05m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to California takes 13h 05m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Scotland to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to California?
Prices for flights from Scotland to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to California is 15 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to California?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Iberia	PriceFrom £173	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,249 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Air France	PriceFrom £240	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,614 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £328	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,073 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £424	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 690 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,898 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £434	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,531 reviews	Search KLM flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £451	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,415 reviews	Search Finnair flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £454	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,777 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £475	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,854 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £488	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,103 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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