Travelling from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the two main airports in Los Angeles.
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 7 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Los Angeles to EDI.
With more travellers during busy months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it easy to find a flight from Los Angeles to EDI with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LAX and EDI include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Split up your flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and EDI are:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 34 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your flight from Los Angeles to EDI:
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport from Rs66,315 or travel return from just Rs163,137. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to EDI, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month to board a flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Edinburgh, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
When booking your flight from Los Angeles to EDI, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are essential stops on your Edinburgh itinerary.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Edinburgh. Browse the exclusive deals and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.