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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,633. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Edinburgh.R 4,102 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,102, select.
Edinburgh.R 4,222 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,222, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,245 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,245, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,246 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,246, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,247 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,247, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,248 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,248, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,248 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,248, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,255 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,255, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,260 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,260, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,346 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,346, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,504 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,504, select.
Edinburgh.R 8,237 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 14 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,237, select.
Edinburgh.R 9,725 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,725, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 5,346
Aug
from R 4,222
Sep
from R 5,504
Oct
from R 4,102
Nov
from R 5,245
Dec
from R 5,260
Jan
from R 5,247
Feb
from R 5,246
Mar
from R 5,255
Apr
from R 5,248
May
from R 5,248
Jun
from R 8,237

Los Angeles International to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Edinburgh

11km from central Edinburgh
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from R 4,102
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Dundee

57km from central Edinburgh
from R 7,708
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Glasgow Intl

78km from central Edinburgh
from R 4,303
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Los Angeles to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,102
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Edinburgh is R 10,596. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Los Angeles International to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,586.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles International to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Edinburgh is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Monday, 31 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles International Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Edinburgh eight hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Leave enough time to catch your LAX to EDI flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LAX and EDI:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Right now, R 4,102 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,586. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LAX to EDI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from LAX to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX land on schedule 80% of the time.

  • Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Reserve a hotel near EDI if you're on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and discover more of Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Edinburgh in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from LAX to EDI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Edinburgh

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.