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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh from £265

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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
19:40 - 12:30SFO-EDI
32h 50m2 stops
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19:45 - 16:30EDI-SFO
28h 45m2 stops
£477Scandinavian Airlines
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Mon, 15 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep
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19:40 - 18:55SFO-EDI
39h 15m2 stops
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19:05 - 16:30EDI-SFO
29h 25m1 stop
£490Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, 20 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
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18:05 - 10:05SFO-EDI
32h 00m1 stop
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06:25 - 21:25EDI-SFO
23h 00m2 stops
Sat, 24 May - Sat, 7 Jun
United Airlines Logo
06:45 - 08:25SFO-EDI
17h 40m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
09:40 - 18:07EDI-SFO
16h 27m1 stop
£512United Airlines
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Sun, 4 May - Tue, 20 May
Delta Logo
22:30 - 06:45SFO-EDI
24h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
09:00 - 18:02EDI-SFO
17h 02m1 stop
£519Delta
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Mon, 14 Apr - Wed, 23 Apr
Delta Logo
23:55 - 06:45SFO-EDI
22h 50m2 stops
Delta Logo
14:05 - 01:34EDI-SFO
19h 29m1 stop
£522Delta
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Mon, 14 Apr - Thu, 24 Apr
British Airways Logo
16:35 - 16:40SFO-EDI
16h 05m1 stop
British Airways Logo
07:40 - 17:25EDI-SFO
17h 45m1 stop
£539British Airways
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Mon, 28 Jul - Wed, 27 Aug
United Airlines Logo
05:00 - 08:25SFO-EDI
19h 25m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 23:12EDI-SFO
19h 42m2 stops
£542United Airlines
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Sun, 4 May - Tue, 20 May
British Airways Logo
16:20 - 13:55SFO-EDI
13h 35m1 stop
British Airways Logo
10:25 - 17:15EDI-SFO
14h 50m1 stop
£544British Airways
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Wed, 7 May - Fri, 16 May
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18:05 - 10:05SFO-EDI
32h 00m1 stop
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06:30 - 09:30EDI-SFO
35h 00m3 stops
Sat, 24 May - Sun, 8 Jun

Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on San Francisco to Edinburgh flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
15 Sept
SFO19:40San Francisco
32h 50m
2 stops
EDI12:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
22 Sept
EDI19:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 45m
2 stops
SFO16:30San Francisco
Scandinavian Airlines
20 Aug
SFO19:40San Francisco
39h 15m
2 stops
EDI18:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
27 Aug
EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 25m
1 stop
SFO16:30San Francisco
Scandinavian Airlines
19 Aug
SFO19:40San Francisco
33h 25m
1 stop
EDI13:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
25 Aug
EDI19:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 30m
1 stop
SFO16:30San Francisco

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Edinburgh flight tickets
United Airlines
4 May
SFO06:45San Francisco
17h 40m
1 stop
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
20 May
EDI09:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 27m
1 stop
SFO18:07San Francisco
United Airlines
4 May
SFO05:00San Francisco
19h 25m
2 stops
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
20 May
EDI11:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 42m
2 stops
SFO23:12San Francisco
United Airlines
27 Jul
SFO00:20San Francisco
26h 15m
1 stop
EDI10:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
27 Aug
EDI09:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
33h 48m
1 stop
SFO10:48San Francisco

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Edinburgh

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh from San Francisco, with most prices found around £606. If you don’t want to visit Edinburgh in October, then you should wait until February to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £627.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Edinburgh is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £0. Flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around £950. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Edinburgh is at midday. Flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh during this time can be as low as £0. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £981. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Edinburgh?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Edinburgh from San Francisco when booking 26 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Edinburgh for around £739 when searching 26 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Edinburgh from San Francisco for as low as £693 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Edinburgh flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for San Francisco to Edinburgh flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Edinburgh (SFO to EDI) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£265

Fastest flight time

12h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Edinburgh

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Edinburgh from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is £265. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Edinburgh found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £477.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh takes 12h 45m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.
There is 1 airport near Edinburgh: Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI)

  • How far is San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse by plane?

    A flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse will travel around 5042.8 mi. Typically, this will take 12h 45m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Edinburgh?


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh

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British AirwaysPriceFrom £470Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,715 reviews
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Edinburgh from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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Once you have performed a search for San Francisco to Edinburgh flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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