Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh from £171

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — EDI
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in January or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 1 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£419

One-way from

£171

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£588
8/10-15/10
  • 8/10-15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • Los Angeles to Edinburgh
7/10
  • 7/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 50m total
  • Los Angeles to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£106 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 September 2025.

Sat 6/916:25LAX - EDI
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/921:15EDI - LAX
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8£417
Wed 8/1016:30LAX - EDI
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1006:00EDI - LAX
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8£419
Wed 8/1016:30LAX - EDI
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1021:25EDI - LAX
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/8£431
Mon 29/915:05LAX - EDI
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1013:30EDI - LAX
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£434
Sun 5/1016:30LAX - EDI
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1013:30EDI - LAX
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£435
Wed 1/1016:30LAX - EDI
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1013:30EDI - LAX
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£436
Wed 17/916:30LAX - EDI
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/906:00EDI - LAX
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8£443
Sun 5/1019:45LAX - EDI
2 stops55h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1017:15EDI - LAX
1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£443
Fri 3/1016:30LAX - EDI
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1013:30EDI - LAX
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£444
Mon 8/916:25LAX - EDI
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/908:35EDI - LAX
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£446
Mon 29/915:05LAX - EDI
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1017:15EDI - LAX
1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£449

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Fly from

Los Angeles

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 8/10

16:30-17:25

1 stop16h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 15/10

06:00-14:10

1 stop16h 10m

£419

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 8/10

16:30-17:25

1 stop16h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 21/10

21:25-14:10

1 stop24h 45m

£431

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 17/9

16:30-17:25

1 stop16h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 24/9

06:00-14:10

1 stop16h 10m

£443

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 1/10

16:30-21:45

1 stop21h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/10

06:55-21:28

3 stops22h 33m

£443

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 15/10

16:30-20:45

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 22/10

06:00-14:10

1 stop16h 10m

£449

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 1/10

16:30-21:45

1 stop21h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/10

13:30-15:30

2 stops34h 00m

£450

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Mon 22/9

15:05-17:25

1 stop18h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 29/9

06:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

£454

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Wed 15/10

16:30-20:45

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 21/10

21:25-14:10

1 stop24h 45m

£458

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Tue 7/10

16:40-09:30

2 stops32h 50m

£171

Los AngelesEdinburgh

LAX - EDI

LAXEDI

Los Angeles

Tue 7/10

12:35-10:05

3 stops37h 30m

£180

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh is 90 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Los Angeles to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £102). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Edinburgh in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 1 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways from Los Angeles to Edinburgh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.3

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

IAD - LHR

The plane had to load and unload passengers not through a jet way but out on the tarmac at Heathrow. The steps were steep. We weren't expecting to have to carry our luggage up and down stairs.

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.3

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

IAD - LHR

The plane had to load and unload passengers not through a jet way but out on the tarmac at Heathrow. The steps were steep. We weren't expecting to have to carry our luggage up and down stairs.

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Edinburgh round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways (£466), offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Edinburgh. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Edinburgh for 28% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Los Angeles to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £102). 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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