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Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Edinburgh (EDI) from $278

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — EDI
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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The best prices from San Diego to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in March or September, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$698

One-way from

$523
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Edinburgh?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 33%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 29 days in advance, which can save you up to 216% on flights from San Diego to Edinburgh compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 29 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $767. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,869.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh?

March is one of the best times of the year to fly to Edinburgh from San Diego. Prices for March average $978 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $591. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a March flight can save you 61% on your journey compared to booking in June

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to EDI?

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap San Diego to Edinburgh flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Edinburgh specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Edinburgh in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 7/2110:00 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop24h 50mAir Canada
Wed 7/319:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop33h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$825
Sun 7/216:20 amSAN - EDI
1 stop18h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/311:50 pmEDI - SAN
2 stops17h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$833
Sun 7/218:39 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/311:50 pmEDI - SAN
2 stops17h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$845
Sun 7/146:20 amSAN - EDI
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/249:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$863
Sun 7/1410:00 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop24h 50mAir Canada
Wed 7/249:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops35h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 6/6$864
Sun 7/216:55 amSAN - EDI
2 stops19h 10mDelta
Wed 7/3112:05 pmEDI - SAN
2 stops18h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/6$871
Sun 7/218:39 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/311:50 pmEDI - SAN
3 stops28h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$883
Thu 7/186:20 amSAN - EDI
1 stop18h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/3012:30 pmEDI - SAN
1 stop15h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$889
Sun 7/218:39 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/311:50 pmEDI - SAN
3 stops28h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$908

San Diego to Edinburgh 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Edinburgh in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Edinburgh in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 10/168:15 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop16h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 10/237:05 amEDI - SAN
1 stop19h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$681
Sun 9/88:45 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/199:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$682
Mon 9/25:15 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop15h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 9/139:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop14h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$686
Mon 9/25:15 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop17h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/136:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop20h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$687
Mon 9/211:27 amSAN - EDI
2 stops17h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/139:00 amEDI - SAN
1 stop14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$691
Sun 9/84:55 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Thu 9/199:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops34h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 6/4$692
Sun 9/84:55 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Thu 9/199:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops34h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 6/6$693
Wed 8/73:32 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops18h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/215:55 amEDI - SAN
1 stop20h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$696
Sun 8/115:00 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops29h 50mAir Canada
Fri 8/239:00 amEDI - SAN
2 stops35h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$698

One-way flights to Edinburgh from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Edinburgh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Diego to Edinburgh. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Diego to Edinburgh instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 9/257:24 amSAN - EDI
2 stops18h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$278
Tue 9/31:05 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops37h 00mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$384
Mon 8/1210:38 pmSAN - EDI
3 stops28h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$407
Sat 7/61:30 pmSAN - EDI
3 stops59h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$434
Wed 9/257:30 amSAN - EDI
2 stops18h 35mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$470
Sat 7/66:02 pmSAN - EDI
2 stops31h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$486
Mon 8/128:05 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$515
Mon 8/126:15 amSAN - EDI
2 stops21h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/5$521
Sat 7/610:00 pmSAN - EDI
1 stop24h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 6/4$523

Find flights from San Diego to Edinburgh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Any airport

Budget

$681 - $927

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Depart

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Price

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 10/16

1 stop16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/23

1 stop19h 10m

$681

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Sun 9/8

1 stop27h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/19

1 stop33h 15m

$682

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Mon 9/2

1 stop15h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/13

1 stop14h 25m

$686

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Mon 9/2

1 stop17h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/13

1 stop20h 15m

$687

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Sun 9/8

2 stops29h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/19

2 stops34h 56m

$692

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 8/7

2 stops15h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/21

2 stops17h 54m

$705

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Tue 8/13

2 stops19h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/19

2 stops18h 13m

$765

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Wed 8/28

1 stop14h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/4

1 stop16h 19m

$832

San DiegoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SAN - EDI

SANEDI

San Diego

Fri 7/19

1 stop19h 33m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/30

1 stop18h 55m

$927

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Edinburgh is 28 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh

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Temperature and rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

EDI

Temperature

39.2 - 59 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines from San Diego to Edinburgh have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

KLM
7.9
Good
1,489 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

JetBlue
7.6
Good
4,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Virgin Atlantic
7.6
Good
718 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,856 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Edinburgh for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Edinburgh for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on British Airways for just $681, but on average you can expect to pay $718.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Edinburgh round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways ($681), American Airlines ($687), and Air Canada ($692) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Edinburgh. British Airways is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Edinburgh are WestJet ($384), Delta ($521), and Air Canada ($523).

  • What does SAN to EDI mean?

    San Diego Airport is SAN and Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is EDI. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Edinburgh flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Edinburgh with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Edinburgh flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Edinburgh offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Edinburgh flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Edinburgh flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Edinburgh flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Consider American Airlines, British Airways or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Diego to Edinburgh.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh (average of $698). Flying from San Diego to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,377). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Edinburgh

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Edinburgh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$580Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$586Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$616Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$638Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$668Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$720Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$864Average$1,455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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