What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to Edinburgh on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 43m.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?

Newark (EWR) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £404.

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.

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 54% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 38 days in advance to save up to 52% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 38 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as £516, or £763 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh from Los Angeles. Users have commonly found prices around £656 for the month, but tickets can be as low as £437. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?

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

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Deal found 31/8£557

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

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?

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.

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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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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.
Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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.
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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