Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is eight hours behind Edinburgh.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your EDI to LAX flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and LAX:
Dublin Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 308 €. A return fare right now is 603 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from EDI to LAX, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EDI to LAX.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Edinburgh Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near EDI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're coming in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near LAX:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Los Angeles in March.
When reserving your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EDI to LAX around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
San Jose is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.