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Find cheap flights from San Diego to Edinburgh from £336

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh departing on 25/9. 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.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to Edinburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Edinburgh (SAN-EDI)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Edinburgh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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17:15 - 15:40SAN-EDI
14h 25m1 stop
08:10 - 15:25EDI-SAN
15h 15m1 stop
£579American Airlines
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Sun, 11 Aug - Fri, 23 Aug
11:24 - 13:10SAN-EDI
17h 46m2 stops
08:10 - 15:25EDI-SAN
15h 15m1 stop
£583American Airlines
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Sun, 11 Aug - Fri, 23 Aug
17:00 - 06:50SAN-EDI
29h 50m2 stops
09:00 - 22:47EDI-SAN
21h 47m2 stops
£586Air Canada
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Sun, 11 Aug - Fri, 23 Aug
20:15 - 20:30SAN-EDI
16h 15m1 stop
09:25 - 18:15EDI-SAN
16h 50m1 stop
£596British Airways
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Mon, 2 Sep - Fri, 13 Sep
20:15 - 18:05SAN-EDI
13h 50m1 stop
09:25 - 15:25EDI-SAN
14h 00m1 stop
£597British Airways
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Mon, 2 Sep - Fri, 13 Sep
22:30 - 06:55SAN-EDI
25h 25m2 stops
09:25 - 19:57EDI-SAN
18h 32m2 stops
£620United Airlines
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Sun, 27 Oct - Wed, 6 Nov
07:09 - 06:50SAN-EDI
15h 41m2 stops
09:00 - 11:56EDI-SAN
34h 56m2 stops
Wed, 9 Oct - Sun, 20 Oct
20:40 - 11:40SAN-EDI
31h 00m1 stop
09:00 - 10:10EDI-SAN
33h 10m1 stop
Mon, 10 Jun - Wed, 19 Jun
22:00 - 06:50SAN-EDI
24h 50m1 stop
09:00 - 12:02EDI-SAN
35h 02m2 stops
£702Air Canada
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Sun, 21 Jul - Wed, 31 Jul
10:49 - 08:25SAN-EDI
13h 36m1 stop
09:00 - 10:10EDI-SAN
33h 10m1 stop
£740United Airlines
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Wed, 17 Jul - Wed, 24 Jul

Flights from San Diego to Edinburgh - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh is February, where tickets cost £665 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and November, where the average cost of tickets is £1,146 and £1,111 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Diego to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Edinburgh, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 34 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, WestJet offered the best one-way deal for that route, at £347. KAYAK users also found San Diego to Edinburgh return flights on American Airlines from £579 and on Air Canada from £586.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Diego to Edinburgh

Low season

January

High season

June

Cheapest flight

£336
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (38% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Diego to Edinburgh

When to book flights from San Diego to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Edinburgh

  • United Airlines, which has several one-stop flights from San Diego to Edinburgh, has a special menu to accommodate travelers with specific dietary needs. They include diabetic, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and infant meals. You should request your special meal in advance when booking your flight or contacting the airline directly.

    Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is served by different airlines with local and international flights. If you wish to extend your trip from the city, you can fly to domestic destinations like Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Dublin, Cardiff, Bristol, Manchester, London, and Birmingham or international destinations like Rome, Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon, Athens, Budapest, Geneva, Berlin, and Paris.

  • How do I get to downtown Edinburgh from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

    The tram is the most convenient and affordable option from Edinburgh Airport to downtown Edinburgh. It departs every 8 to 12 minutes and takes around 35 minutes to the city center. You can also take the Airlink 100 airport express bus, which stops at Waverley Bridge. The journey time is around 30 minutes. Other options include the Night bus N22 for night travelers, taxis, and car rentals.

  • Are there eco-friendly flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    If you’re mindful of the environment, consider booking British Airways, United Airlines, Delta Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch, Virgin Atlantic, Air Canada, Iberia, Finnair, or Lufthansa, which have eco-friendly flights from San Diego to Edinburgh. These airlines utilize sustainable practices in their operations to lower CO₂ emissions.

  • Which airlines have the perfect carry-on weight limit for San Diego to Edinburgh flights?

    Consider booking Air Canada, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines, which have no maximum carry-on weight limit on their flights from San Diego to Edinburgh. Your carry-on bag must match specific size requirements, which differ from one provider to another, and safely fit in the overhead storage section. The same applies to your personal item, which must safely fit beneath the seat in front of you.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh was £422 for a one-way ticket and £727 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Edinburgh, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Edinburgh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Edinburgh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Edinburgh

  • Which other cities can I fly to from Miami?
  • Miami International Airport (MIA) serves multiple airlines with domestic and international flights. If you wish to extend your trip from the city, you can fly to domestic destinations like Atlanta, Seattle, Denver, Boston, Tampa, New York City, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas or international destinations like Sao Paulo, Mexico City, Lima, Rio de Janeiro, Paris, London, and San Salvador.
  • Flights from San Diego to Edinburgh depart from San Diego International Airport (SAN) and arrive at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) ins Scotland. SAN serves multiple airlines with domestic and international connections. The San Diego to Edinburgh flight route features several flights with one or more connections.
  • For Business Class flights from San Diego to Edinburgh, you can book United Airlines or WestJet, which offer this travel option on their direct connections. You are entitled to different Business Class benefits on these airlines, including special baggage allowance, priority service, premium dining, comfortable seats, extra legroom, and dedicated service.
  • If you’re looking for the perfect place to relax at San Diego International Airport before your flight to Edinburgh, you can check into Airspace Lounge or United Club. These lounges are accessible to all travelers. They feature comfortable sofas, complimentary drinks and snacks, cable TV, a selection of meals, free internet, newspapers, and magazines.
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Top airline flying from San Diego to Edinburgh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Edinburgh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Diego to Edinburgh? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
United AirlinesOverall score based on 11134 reviews
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
7.2Comfort
7.1Entertainment
6.7Food
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I paid $380 for my one-way ticket from California to Minnesota. The fair did not include online check-in. I received instructions from their app to check in at a kiosk. At the kiosk, the boarding pass would not print until an actual person came to verify that I had a personal item and not a carry-on item, On the plane, the person next to me was drunk and allowed to continue to order alcohol. United is garbage I’d rather fly spirit.

2.0 Mediocretimothy, May 2024SBA - DEN
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I paid $380 for my one-way ticket from California to Minnesota. The fair did not include online check-in. I received instructions from their app to check in at a kiosk. At the kiosk, the boarding pass would not print until an actual person came to verify that I had a personal item and not a carry-on item, On the plane, the person next to me was drunk and allowed to continue to order alcohol. United is garbage I’d rather fly spirit.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

Due to one crew member not showing up to work, our flight was significantly delayed causing us to miss our connecting flight in Houston to Mississippi causing us to be delayed by more than 6 hours and missing our event all together. Very disappointing. All because ONE crew member called in sick. United did grant us a $15 meal voucher, which was a small but appreciated concession that I wasn’t able to use because I ordered my lunch and paid for it before applying the concession, and the staff said it was too late to use it. Ugh! We also had a TWO delay coming back from Mississippi, but that was on American Airlines and it was due to weather, so not their fault. Anyway, not at all impressed with United’s handling of our flight and the HUGE disappointment of missing our important family event for our 90 year old mother. All that money and all that stress and emotions for nothing. Having to wait the hour to bring an employee from LAX seemed like something that should not have happened. Why don’t you have a local back-up? Santa Ana is not a little airport in a rural area.

Hated every minute of it. This flight should have only taken 1.5hrs but was delayed over 10hours. Now I am being told I cannot be compensated or refunded my ticket price or extra leg room, which I purchased but did not receive, because the airline is throwing the blame on the 3rd party I purchased tickets through and 3rd party putting the blame on airline. No one wants to help. They received their money and that's all they care about. Im going on 3 days of still trying to get to my final destination, had to cancel car rental, car insurance and hotel. Currently staying in airport until hotels open up. Thank you Lufthansa, Kayak, Underpricer and United for making this trip the worst ever.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

the head jack on my seat didn't work and the power outlet didn't work for my seat

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Cheapest flights to Edinburgh from San Diego found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Diego to Edinburgh found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
25/9Wed
2 stops
18h 41mSAN-EDI
£336
28/6Fri
1 stopWestJet
13h 30mSAN-EDI
£347
12/8Mon
1 stopWestJet
13h 30mSAN-EDI
£350
28/6Fri
3 stops
54h 45mSAN-EDI
£373
12/8Mon
2 stopsAir Canada
29h 50mSAN-EDI
£448
25/9Wed
1 stopUnited Airlines
17h 55mSAN-EDI
£492
12/6Wed
3 stopsAmerican Airlines
22h 40mSAN-EDI
£697
8/6Sat
1 stopAir Canada
24h 50mSAN-EDI
£704
28/6Fri
2 stopsAer Lingus
35h 28mSAN-EDI
£716
8/6Sat
3 stopsAmerican Airlines
29h 55mSAN-EDI
£783

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San Diego - Edinburgh Flights

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San Diego (SAN)United States

Destination:

Edinburgh (EDI)United Kingdom

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Edinburgh - San Diego

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