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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles from £197

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LAX
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Los Angeles are usually found in February or September, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£436

One-way from

£197

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£620
1/9-15/9
  • 1/9-15/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • Edinburgh to Los Angeles
10/9
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£37 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2025.

Mon 1/906:00EDI - LAX
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/914:30LAX - EDI
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7£436
Wed 20/805:55EDI - LAX
2 stops23h 27mBritish Airways
Mon 1/922:45LAX - EDI
1 stop24h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/7£469
Wed 19/1105:45EDI - LAX
1 stop14h 00mDelta
Wed 26/1109:20LAX - EDI
2 stops19h 20mDelta
Deal found 10/7£485
Mon 13/1019:45EDI - LAX
2 stops28h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 17/1019:30LAX - EDI
2 stops31h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/7£488
Wed 6/809:00EDI - LAX
1 stop15h 25mKLM
Mon 11/807:15LAX - EDI
1 stop20h 50mKLM
Deal found 10/7£507
Wed 6/811:20EDI - LAX
2 stops17h 03mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 11/815:25LAX - EDI
1 stop21h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/7£525
Mon 11/811:20EDI - LAX
1 stop16h 33mAir France
Thu 21/810:15LAX - EDI
1 stop15h 05mAir France
Deal found 10/7£564
Thu 10/712:10EDI - LAX
2 stops20h 19mIcelandair
Thu 17/723:54LAX - EDI
2 stops26h 16mIcelandair
Deal found 9/7£575
Fri 10/1008:35EDI - LAX
1 stop14h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 18/1021:30LAX - EDI
1 stop13h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7£578
Thu 25/909:00EDI - LAX
1 stop19h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1000:56LAX - EDI
2 stops23h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/7£596

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Price

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/9

06:00-13:40

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

14:30-15:05

2 stops40h 35m

£436

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/8

05:55-21:22

2 stops23h 27m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/9

22:45-07:10

1 stop24h 25m

£469

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 19/11

05:45-11:45

1 stop14h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 26/11

09:20-12:40

2 stops19h 20m

£485

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 13/10

19:45-16:20

2 stops28h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 17/10

19:30-10:55

2 stops31h 25m

£488

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 6/8

09:00-16:25

1 stop15h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/8

07:15-12:05

1 stop20h 50m

£507

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 6/8

11:20-20:23

2 stops17h 03m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/8

15:25-21:15

1 stop21h 50m

£525

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/8

11:20-19:53

1 stop16h 33m

Los Angeles

Thu 21/8

10:15-09:20

1 stop15h 05m

£564

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/8

12:10-08:56

2 stops28h 46m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/9

06:00-10:10

1 stop20h 10m

£575

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/10

08:35-14:55

1 stop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 18/10

21:30-19:00

1 stop13h 30m

£578

EdinburghLos Angeles

EDI - LAX

EDILAX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/9

09:00-20:53

1 stop19h 53m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/10

00:56-08:25

2 stops23h 29m

£596

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from Edinburgh to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 EDI to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Edinburgh to Los Angeles in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 11 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, andAir France from Edinburgh to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very Good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Edinburgh to Los Angeles flights?

    Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or simply LAX is the destination for flights to Los Angeles from Edinburgh. It is the primary gateway to the city, the state of California and the entire US Western seaboard. It is also one of the world’s busiest airports by volume of yearly passenger traffic. LAX is located about 18 miles from Central Los Angeles and employs eight commercial passenger terminals. Tom Bradley International Terminal or Terminal B is the main focal point for most intercontinental flights to the city. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) is the departure point for flights to Los Angeles and is located about six miles from central Edinburgh.  It is Scotland’s busiest airport and the sixth busiest in the UK. It employs a single terminal building for both domestic and international flights.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    Whilst direct flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles are currently unavailable, Iberia, Virgin Atlantic, and KLM are three major airlines offering one-stop flights on this route. The Spanish airline Iberia flies via London, Virgin connects via Amsterdam, while the Dutch national airline KLM connects at either Amsterdam or New York en route to Los Angeles. Virgin Atlantic employs a secondary route via New York and Salt Lake City, whilst KLM counters with an itinerary via Amsterdam and Seattle. Lufthansa offers an additional route through Frankfurt and Chicago.

  • What are the stopover options between Edinburgh and Los Angeles?

    Iberia flights to Los Angeles involve stopovers of between 2h 30min and 4h 10min at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Virgin's connections at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) range from 1h 15min to 12h 50min, while the Virgin Atlantic stopovers at New York’s JFK Airport require between 1h 10min and 6h. Passengers on KLM flights along its primary route via Amsterdam Schiphol should expect stopovers of between 1h 10min and 17h 40min. Its flights through JFK have stopovers lasting anywhere from 4h 45min to 6h. All connecting flights will require a change of planes, and some are red-eye flights involving overnight stays at connecting airports. The most budget-friendly flights to Los Angeles from Edinburgh generally require multiple connections.

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

    Due to its inclusion in the US visa-waiver program, UK citizens are exempt from visa requirements.  You will need an electronic permit (ESTA) in addition to your valid British passport to enter the United States on flights to Los Angeles from Edinburgh. Online ESTA permits can be processed within an hour in most cases for a fee of $14 (around £10) on the official US Government's ESTA website. Dual citizens must use their US passports to enter the country.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Los Angeles round-trip?

    British Airways, at £447, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Scandinavian Airlines and Delta. British Airways is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Los Angeles one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £422. Aer Lingus flights start at £448 while deals on British Airways start at £544 one-way.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Los Angeles 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 Edinburgh to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from Edinburgh to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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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British AirwaysCheapest£382Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£391Average£620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£418Average£550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£421Average£529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£425Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£431Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FinnairCheapest£431Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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WestJetCheapest£442Average£550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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DeltaCheapest£444Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest£445Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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