Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Los Angeles

April tends to offer lower fares compared with other months on this long-haul route. The full year shows prices across October through September, giving you flexibility in planning. Travel during school holidays or around December can push costs higher, especially if you book late. Midweek departures often come at a better price than weekend flights.

Several carriers connect Edinburgh with Los Angeles via stops in Europe or Canada. Transavia France operates as a low-cost option within its network. Swiss, Iberia, Brussels Airlines, Air Canada, Scandinavian Airlines, Finnair, Turkish Airlines, WestJet and Nordic Regional Airlines are full-service carriers on this route. Each airline uses different hub cities for connections, so your layover location will vary depending on which carrier you choose.

You land at Los Angeles International Airport when flying into California. The airport sits near the coast in a busy part of the city with heavy traffic around peak hours. Public buses and trains connect the terminal area to downtown, though taxis and rideshares are also available. Allow extra time for ground transport during rush periods.

Currency

USD ($)

Power sockets

Type A, B · 120 V

Language

Samoan, Hawaiian, Chamorro, Carolinian, Spanish

Emergency number

911

Driving side

right

Calling code

+1

Internet domain

.us

Population of Los Angeles

3.9 M (2020)

Time zone

UTC-07 (America/Los_Angeles)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check whether your airline includes checked baggage or charges separately at booking.
• Verify which departure airport Edinburgh uses since some carriers list alternative terminals.
• Confirm if your connection tickets are on a single reservation in case of delays.
• Review passport and visa requirements before travelling to the United States.
• Consider seasonal demand when choosing your travel dates.