Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind Edinburgh.
Leave plenty of time to make your EDI to LAX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between EDI and LAX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Rs100,324 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs173,326. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to LAX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from EDI to LAX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from EDI to LAX sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, head for San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are highlights.
