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Cheapest round-trip
$616
Typical prices: $703-$990
Iberia
Sun 9/30Sun 10/21
EDI - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$383
Typical prices: $588-$799
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/21
EDI - LAX • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $714 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 14h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles (EDI-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Edinburgh to Los Angeles

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 21
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10:30 am - 8:31 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
18h 01m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:34 am - 8:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 56m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$616Iberia
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:30 am - 8:31 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
18h 01m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:34 am - 8:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 56m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$617Iberia
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:30 am - 1:09 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
22h 39m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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6:05 am - 8:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 25m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$632Iberia
Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 10
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10:30 am - 8:31 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
18h 01m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:34 am - 8:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 56m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$632Iberia
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:30 am - 1:09 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
22h 39m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:00 am - 8:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 30m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$633Iberia
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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11:25 am - 10:34 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
19h 09m1 stop Philadelphia
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9:38 am - 9:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 27m1 stop Philadelphia
$640Iberia
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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11:25 am - 10:34 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
19h 09m1 stop Philadelphia
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9:38 am - 9:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 27m1 stop Philadelphia
$641Iberia
Fri, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 29
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10:30 am - 1:09 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
22h 39m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:30 pm - 5:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
$666Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Jan 11
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8:30 am - 6:40 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
18h 10m1 stop Dublin
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9:43 am - 10:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
$686British Airways
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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8:30 am - 6:40 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LAX Los Angeles
18h 10m1 stop Dublin
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6:00 pm - 3:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
$687British Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Edinburgh to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles start at $616. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $703 to $990. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $616 on Iberia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Los Angeles, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Los Angeles at $666 round-trip.
  • December ($1,108) and July ($911) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Los Angeles flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$383
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 31% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 4% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Edinburgh to Los Angeles route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $781 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $941, a difference of $160. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 19% above the route average of $848. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles takes 0h 00m, covering 5,149 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Edinburgh to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $616 to $4,231. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $458, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 16m, compared with 14h 23m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 14h 33m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 8 hours behind Edinburgh (Pacific Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles range from $703 to $990, with an average of $848 over the past 12 months. Anything below $703 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $781 - about $160 less than Thursday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Los Angeles trip for January. Fares historically average $666 round-trip in that month - typically $442 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

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