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 55m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.

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

British Airways, KLM, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to California

Which airlines fly to California?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and Virgin Atlantic 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 61% 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 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 November 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.

£298 Cheap Flights from Scotland to California in 2026/27

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19:10 - 14:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

27h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

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

17h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

£510Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan

05:50 - 07:20EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles

33h 30m2 stops Madrid Barajas Casablanca Mohamed V

09:20 - 21:55LAX Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

28h 35m2 stops Casablanca Mohamed V Madrid Barajas

£515Multiple Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

20:55 - 18:26GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

53h 31m2 stops London Gatwick Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:30 - 08:25LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

35h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow

£520Multiple Airlines

Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec

19:10 - 14:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

27h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

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

17h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

£526Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 16 Jan

09:25 - 19:21EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles

17h 56m1 stop Newark

10:45 - 07:55LAX Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 10m1 stop Newark

£536United Airlines

Thu, 4 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar

08:25 - 14:55EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

20:35 - 20:40SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

£605British Airways

Fri, 18 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan

08:25 - 14:55EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

17:25 - 17:40SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

£605British Airways

Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan

17:15 - 11:45GLA Glasgow Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

13:50 - 16:30SFO San Francisco-GLA Glasgow Intl

18h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£643KLM

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec

17:15 - 11:45GLA Glasgow Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

13:50 - 16:30SFO San Francisco-GLA Glasgow Intl

18h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£646KLM

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec

09:25 - 22:24EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles

20h 59m1 stop Newark

10:10 - 07:55LAX Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 45m1 stop Newark

£716United Airlines

Fri, 5 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb

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06:30 - 21:35GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

23h 05m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Paris Charles de Gaulle

15:20 - 22:05LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

22h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Rome Fiumicino

£690Multiple Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

06:30 - 21:35GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

23h 05m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Paris Charles de Gaulle

15:20 - 22:05LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

22h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Rome Fiumicino

£696Multiple Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

08:25 - 19:53GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

19h 28m2 stops Dublin Chicago O'Hare Intl

20:25 - 07:55LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

27h 30m1 stop Dublin

£756Aer Lingus

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

21:25 - 18:45GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

29h 20m1 stop Dublin

20:30 - 07:55LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

27h 25m1 stop Dublin

£785Aer Lingus

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

06:35 - 13:25GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

16:49 - 17:10LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

16h 21m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

£831British Airways

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

11:40 - 18:30GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

18:00 - 17:10LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

15h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

£831British Airways

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

06:00 - 11:45GLA Glasgow Intl-LAX Los Angeles

13h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

22:05 - 16:30LAX Los Angeles-GLA Glasgow Intl

34h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

£847Air France

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

05:50 - 11:45ABZ Aberdeen Dyce-LAX Los Angeles

13h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:59 - 10:15LAX Los Angeles-ABZ Aberdeen Dyce

26h 16m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

£969Air France

Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

10:10 - 18:35ABZ Aberdeen Dyce-LAX Los Angeles

16h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

15:30 - 14:15LAX Los Angeles-ABZ Aberdeen Dyce

14h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

£1,031Finnair

Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

11:05 - 23:46EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-ONT Ontario

20h 41m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

23:59 - 09:05ONT Ontario-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 06m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia

£1,312Finnair

Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

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United Airlines flights from Scotland to California

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United Airlines

4 Mar

EDI09:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 56m

1 stop

LAX19:21Los Angeles

10 Mar

LAX10:45Los Angeles

13h 10m

1 stop

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£536

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21 Jan

EDI09:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 35m

2 stops

ONT21:00Ontario

25 Jan

ONT18:37Ontario

29h 18m

3 stops

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£716

United Airlines

21 Jan

EDI09:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 05m

2 stops

ONT22:30Ontario

25 Jan

ONT05:00Ontario

18h 55m

2 stops

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£717

American Airlines flights from Scotland to California

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American Airlines

5 Dec

ABZ09:00Aberdeen Dyce

17h 35m

1 stop

LAX18:35Los Angeles

9 Dec

LAX18:25Los Angeles

16h 10m

1 stop

ABZ18:35Aberdeen Dyce

£724

American Airlines

20 Dec

ABZ10:35Aberdeen Dyce

17h 45m

1 stop

LAX20:20Los Angeles

27 Dec

LAX17:25Los Angeles

18h 00m

1 stop

ABZ19:25Aberdeen Dyce

£751

American Airlines

28 Jan

GLA09:30Glasgow Intl

14h 40m

1 stop

SAN16:10San Diego

14 Feb

SAN18:00San Diego

14h 40m

1 stop

GLA16:40Glasgow Intl

£842

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Sat 23/1

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£510

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Sat 21/11

05:50-07:20

2 stops33h 30m

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2 stops28h 35m

£515

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Mon 23/11

20:55-18:26

2 stops53h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/12

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2 stops35h 55m

£520

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/12

19:10-14:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

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1 stop17h 40m

£526

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles

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Thu 4/3

09:25-19:21

1 stop17h 56m

Los Angeles

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1 stop13h 10m

£536

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/12

08:25-14:55

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 23/1

20:35-20:40

1 stop16h 05m

£605

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/12

08:25-14:55

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 21/1

17:25-17:40

1 stop16h 15m

£605

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA Glasgow Intl - SFO San Francisco

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Fri 11/12

17:15-11:45

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 25/12

13:50-16:30

1 stop18h 40m

£643

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA Glasgow Intl - SFO San Francisco

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Fri 11/12

17:15-11:45

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 25/12

13:50-16:30

1 stop18h 40m

£646

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - LAX Los Angeles

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/2

09:25-22:24

1 stop20h 59m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

10:10-07:55

1 stop13h 45m

£716

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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 £634.

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 £501 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to California flight.

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Best price found	£298
Fastest flight time	13h 15m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to California from Scotland in the past 72 hours is £298. The best return flight deal from Scotland to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £510.

The fastest flight from Scotland to California takes 13h 15m

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 November 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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easyJet	PriceFrom £36	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 1,917 reviews	Search easyJet flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 698 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air France	PriceFrom £237	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,647 reviews	Search Air France flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom £243	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,067 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom £403	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,701 reviews	Search Delta flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £417	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,028 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Iberia	PriceFrom £418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,231 reviews	Search Iberia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £423	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,477 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £446	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,413 reviews	Search Finnair flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £449	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,226 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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