How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Los Angeles to Edinburgh take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 8,292 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Los Angeles to Edinburgh

8,292

Kilometres (km)

5,152

Miles (mi)

4,477

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Los Angeles to Edinburgh is approximately 8,292 km. The typical flight time is 10h 15m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Los Angeles

Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)7 km
Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport (LGB)27 km
Bob Hope Airport (BUR)29 km

Near Edinburgh

Dundee Airport (DND)60 km
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)67 km
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)90 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Los Angeles to Edinburgh is approximately 8,292 km (5,152 miles).