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

British Airways, Finnair, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland 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 Scotland according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 13 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 Glasgow to Los Angeles is 14h 25m on average, while flying from Edinburgh to Los Angeles is 14h 35m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in 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 14 as of August 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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21:25 - 16:05GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

26h 40m2 stops Dublin Madrid Barajas

17:50 - 08:05LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

30h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dublin

£485Aer Lingus

Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep

07:25 - 17:10EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles

17h 45m2 stops Gothenburg Landvetter Helsinki-Vantaa

07:30 - 09:50LAX Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 20m1 stop Calgary

£514Multiple Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

07:50 - 18:20INV Inverness-LAX Los Angeles

18h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

20:55 - 21:35LAX Los Angeles-INV Inverness

16h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

£514British Airways

Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep

07:20 - 13:50INV Inverness-LAX Los Angeles

14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

20:55 - 21:35LAX Los Angeles-INV Inverness

16h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

£514British Airways

Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep

12:10 - 21:26EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

17h 16m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:25 - 10:00SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 35m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

£515JetBlue

Fri, 2 Oct - Sat, 3 Oct

11:10 - 14:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

35h 30m2 stops Dublin Kastrup Copenhagen

16:45 - 22:05SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 20m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Dublin

£534Multiple Airlines

Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

19:10 - 14:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

27h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

16:45 - 18:25SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

£538Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, 24 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

19:10 - 14:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

27h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

16:45 - 18:25SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

£538Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, 24 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

08:35 - 18:25GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

17h 50m1 stop Dublin

17:50 - 12:50LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

35h 00m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dublin

£610Aer Lingus

Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep

12:10 - 09:21EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

29h 11m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

06:00 - 09:20LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£664JetBlue

Mon, 21 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

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06:15 - 12:20EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

38h 05m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl

17:20 - 15:00SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 40m1 stop Dublin

£765Multiple Airlines

Tue, 11 Aug - Mon, 9 Nov

06:15 - 12:20EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

38h 05m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl

17:20 - 15:00SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 40m1 stop Dublin

£765Multiple Airlines

Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 10 Nov

19:10 - 23:59EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

36h 49m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Seattle/Tacoma Intl

16:45 - 18:25SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

£880Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, 10 Aug - Wed, 11 Nov

19:10 - 23:59EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

36h 49m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Seattle/Tacoma Intl

16:45 - 23:10SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 25m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Amsterdam Schiphol

£920Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, 10 Aug - Wed, 11 Nov

11:10 - 20:19EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

17h 09m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:10 - 12:30SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

£1,020KLM

Tue, 11 Aug - Wed, 11 Nov

11:10 - 20:19EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

17h 09m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl

11:50 - 12:30SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

£1,020KLM

Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 10 Nov

17:05 - 18:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

33h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:30 - 09:20LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 50m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£1,053Virgin Atlantic

Mon, 10 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug

12:10 - 00:47EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

20h 37m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

07:00 - 09:20LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£1,080JetBlue

Thu, 13 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

12:10 - 00:47EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

20h 37m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

07:00 - 09:20LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£1,080JetBlue

Thu, 13 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

20:30 - 20:37EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

32h 07m2 stops Dublin Chicago O'Hare Intl

23:50 - 09:05LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dublin

£1,127Aer Lingus

Tue, 11 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

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Aer Lingus flights from Scotland to California

Our best Aer Lingus deals on Scotland to California flight tickets

Aer Lingus

1 Sept

GLA21:25Glasgow Intl

26h 40m

2 stops

LAX16:05Los Angeles

12 Sept

LAX17:50Los Angeles

30h 15m

2 stops

GLA08:05Glasgow Intl

£485

Aer Lingus

22 Aug

EDI10:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 35m

1 stop

SFO15:55San Francisco

19 Sept

SFO17:40San Francisco

17h 25m

1 stop

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£635

Aer Lingus

18 Aug

EDI09:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m

1 stop

SFO15:55San Francisco

18 Oct

SFO17:40San Francisco

13h 20m

1 stop

EDI15:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£750

Finnair flights from Scotland to California

Our best Finnair deals on Scotland to California flight tickets

Finnair

12 Oct

EDI19:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

37h 34m

2 stops

LAX01:09Los Angeles

27 Oct

LAX19:50Los Angeles

28h 35m

1 stop

EDI07:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£585

Finnair

13 Oct

EDI18:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

38h 37m

2 stops

SFO01:07San Francisco

24 Oct

SFO21:35San Francisco

17h 50m

1 stop

EDI22:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£586

Finnair

21 Sept

EDI19:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

34h 26m

2 stops

SJC22:01San Jose

28 Sept

SJC06:00San Jose

26h 35m

2 stops

EDI16:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£587

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Tue 1/9

21:25-16:05

2 stops26h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/9

17:50-08:05

2 stops30h 15m

£485

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 14/10

07:25-17:10

2 stops17h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/10

07:30-09:50

1 stop18h 20m

£514

InvernessLos Angeles

INV Inverness - LAX Los Angeles

INVLAX

Inverness

Fri 4/9

07:50-18:20

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/9

20:55-21:35

1 stop16h 40m

£514

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INV Inverness - LAX Los Angeles

INVLAX

Inverness

Thu 3/9

07:20-13:50

1 stop14h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/9

20:55-21:35

1 stop16h 40m

£514

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 2/10

12:10-21:26

1 stop17h 16m

San Francisco

Sat 3/10

11:25-10:00

1 stop14h 35m

£515

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

11:10-14:40

2 stops35h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

16:45-22:05

2 stops21h 20m

£534

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/9

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£538

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/9

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£538

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA Glasgow Intl - LAX Los Angeles

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Tue 1/9

08:35-18:25

1 stop17h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/9

17:50-12:50

2 stops35h 00m

£610

EdinburghLas Vegas

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

EDILAS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

12:10-09:21

1 stop29h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 29/9

06:00-09:20

1 stop19h 20m

£664

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of February, then departing from Scotland during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £604.

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 £637 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 £503 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 45m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Scotland to California takes 13h 45m

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 14 as of August 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Scotland to California with momondo

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £169	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Iberia	PriceFrom £170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,265 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Air France	PriceFrom £235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,638 reviews	Search Air France flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom £241	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,028 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £414	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,929 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £420	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,085 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £425	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,553 reviews	Search KLM flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £442	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,427 reviews	Search Finnair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £445	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,153 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £445	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,881 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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Flights from Scotland to California with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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