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 15h on average, while flying from Glasgow to Los Angeles is 15h 20m 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 United Airlines 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 65% 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.

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 March 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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19:10 - 16:50

EDI

LAX

29h 40m

1 stop

19:10 - 18:25

LAX

EDI

15h 15m

1 stop

£429Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, 11 May - Wed, 27 May

19:10 - 16:50

EDI

LAX

29h 40m

1 stop

19:10 - 18:25

LAX

EDI

15h 15m

1 stop

£447Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, 18 May - Wed, 27 May

10:30 - 19:46

EDI

LAX

17h 16m

1 stop

07:00 - 08:30

LAX

EDI

17h 30m

1 stop

£470Iberia

Mon, 27 Apr - Tue, 5 May

07:30 - 18:15

GLA

LAX

18h 45m

1 stop

20:55 - 19:35

LAX

GLA

14h 40m

1 stop

£487British Airways

Wed, 8 Apr - Tue, 19 May

05:50 - 14:50

GLA

LAX

17h 00m

1 stop

22:35 - 22:25

LAX

GLA

15h 50m

2 stops

£530British Airways

Mon, 27 Apr - Tue, 5 May

05:55 - 16:22

EDI

ONT

18h 27m

2 stops

23:59 - 12:25

ONT

EDI

28h 26m

2 stops

£579American Airlines

Wed, 15 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr

06:20 - 19:31

EDI

SNA

21h 11m

2 stops

13:23 - 17:10

SNA

EDI

19h 47m

2 stops

£580American Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul

20:25 - 21:51

EDI

SNA

33h 26m

2 stops

14:29 - 17:35

SNA

EDI

19h 06m

2 stops

£634Iberia

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

11:30 - 12:35

EDI

LAS

33h 05m

1 stop

21:50 - 10:00

LAS

EDI

28h 10m

1 stop

£635JetBlue

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

11:30 - 22:10

EDI

LAS

18h 40m

1 stop

09:45 - 10:00

LAS

EDI

16h 15m

1 stop

£637JetBlue

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May

British Airways flights from Scotland to California

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British Airways

8 Apr

GLA07:30Glasgow Intl

18h 45m

1 stop

LAX18:15Los Angeles

19 May

LAX20:55Los Angeles

14h 40m

1 stop

GLA19:35Glasgow Intl

£487

British Airways

15 Jul

GLA10:50Glasgow Intl

15h 30m

1 stop

LAX18:20Los Angeles

22 Jul

LAX20:55Los Angeles

13h 50m

1 stop

GLA18:45Glasgow Intl

£544

British Airways

5 May

GLA05:55Glasgow Intl

15h 45m

1 stop

LAX13:40Los Angeles

12 May

LAX21:36Los Angeles

16h 49m

2 stops

GLA22:25Glasgow Intl

£562

Scandinavian Airlines flights from Scotland to California

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Scandinavian Airlines

11 May

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

29h 40m

1 stop

LAX16:50Los Angeles

27 May

LAX19:10Los Angeles

15h 15m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£429

Scandinavian Airlines

18 May

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

29h 40m

1 stop

LAX16:50Los Angeles

27 May

LAX19:10Los Angeles

15h 15m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£447

Scandinavian Airlines

18 May

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

29h 40m

1 stop

LAX16:50Los Angeles

27 May

LAX19:10Los Angeles

15h 15m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£449

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EDILAX

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Mon 11/5

19:10-16:50

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 27/5

19:10-18:25

1 stop15h 15m

£429

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EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 18/5

19:10-16:50

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 27/5

19:10-18:25

1 stop15h 15m

£447

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/4

10:30-19:46

1 stop17h 16m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

07:00-08:30

1 stop17h 30m

£470

GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Wed 8/4

07:30-18:15

1 stop18h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 19/5

20:55-19:35

1 stop14h 40m

£487

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GlasgowLos Angeles

GLA - LAX

GLALAX

Glasgow Intl

Mon 27/4

05:50-14:50

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

22:35-22:25

2 stops15h 50m

£530

EdinburghOntario

EDI - ONT

EDIONT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 15/4

05:55-16:22

2 stops18h 27m

Ontario

Sun 19/4

23:59-12:25

2 stops28h 26m

£579

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/6

06:20-19:31

2 stops21h 11m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/7

13:23-17:10

2 stops19h 47m

£580

EdinburghSanta Ana

EDI - SNA

EDISNA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

20:25-21:51

2 stops33h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 14/9

14:29-17:35

2 stops19h 06m

£634

EdinburghLas Vegas

EDI - LAS

EDILAS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

11:30-12:35

1 stop33h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/5

21:50-10:00

1 stop28h 10m

£635

EdinburghLas Vegas

EDI - LAS

EDILAS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/5

11:30-22:10

1 stop18h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/5

09:45-10:00

1 stop16h 15m

£637

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of September, then departing from Scotland during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £506.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 £600 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 £474 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 20m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to California takes 13h 20m

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

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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 March 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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Air France	PriceFrom £237	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,550 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £319	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,813 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £399	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,374 reviews	Search Finnair flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £414	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,469 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Iberia	PriceFrom £416	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,150 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £417	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,722 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £430	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,477 reviews	Search KLM flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £431	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,491 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £437	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Delta	PriceFrom £451	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,321 reviews	Search Delta flights

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