$241+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Edinburgh (EDI)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — EDI
Dec 13 — Dec 201
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to EdinburghExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/161:55 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop34h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 12/28:30 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop23h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/12![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$586
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:25 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/196:00 amEDI - SFO
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$590
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:07 amSFO - EDI
1 stop20h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/149:25 amEDI - SFO
1 stop16h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$597
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/77:00 amSFO - EDI
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/125:00 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$601
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/169:51 amSFO - EDI
2 stops15h 54mDelta
Tue 12/21:30 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop30h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/12![Delta logo]()
$603
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/93:40 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/125:00 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$605
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/77:15 amSFO - EDI
2 stops18h 30mDelta
Mon 1/1211:00 amEDI - SFO
1 stop32h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/11![Delta logo]()
$609
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:00 amSFO - EDI
2 stops17h 40mDelta
Mon 1/1211:00 amEDI - SFO
1 stop32h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/11![Delta logo]()
$610
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:00 amSFO - EDI
2 stops20h 40mDelta
Wed 11/195:50 amEDI - SFO
1 stop14h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/11![Delta logo]()
$611
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/248:55 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops29h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:30 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop17h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12![United Airlines logo]()
$612
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/121:11 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops17h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/198:45 amEDI - SFO
2 stops19h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$613
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:00 amSFO - EDI
2 stops21h 45mDelta
Thu 1/155:50 amEDI - SFO
2 stops20h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/11![Delta logo]()
$616
Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $586 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $241 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $825 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh that are best for you.
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San Francisco
Fly to
Edinburgh
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Sun 12/7
6:07 am-7:55 am
2 stops17h 48m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 1/13
9:25 am-9:17 pm
2 stops19h 52m
$597
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Tue 12/9
1:00 pm-10:30 am
1 stop13h 30m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 1/13
9:25 am-5:34 pm
1 stop16h 09m
$597
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Tue 12/9
8:30 am-7:55 am
2 stops15h 25m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 1/15
9:25 am-9:17 pm
2 stops19h 52m
$597
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Sun 12/7
6:07 am-7:55 am
2 stops17h 48m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Wed 1/14
9:25 am-9:20 pm
2 stops19h 55m
$597
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Mon 12/8
4:49 pm-10:30 am
1 stop33h 41m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 1/13
9:25 am-5:34 pm
1 stop16h 09m
$597
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Sun 12/7
7:15 am-9:45 am
2 stops18h 30m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Mon 1/12
11:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop32h 50m
$609
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Mon 2/9
6:45 am-7:55 am
2 stops17h 10m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 2/17
9:25 am-6:16 pm
1 stop16h 51m
$613
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Mon 1/5
5:30 pm-6:10 pm
1 stop16h 40m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Fri 1/16
8:25 am-8:10 pm
2 stops19h 45m
$617
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Wed 12/3
6:00 am-12:45 pm
2 stops22h 45m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 12/9
6:00 am-8:31 pm
2 stops22h 31m
$632
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Fri 11/28
3:40 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop21h 55m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 12/4
8:30 pm-11:50 am
1 stop23h 20m
$656
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Edinburgh flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Edinburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Edinburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Edinburgh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Edinburgh from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.
Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh (average of $551). Flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $921). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to EDI?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Edinburgh on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 13h 05m.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 13h 05m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 15m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated November 13, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Aer Lingus from San Francisco to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.9
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$245 | Average$1,070 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$598 | Average$683 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$647 | Average$1,268 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$673 | Average$907 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$698 | Average$846 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$700 | Average$869 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$711 | Average$1,038 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$745 | Average$1,014 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$749 | Average$933 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$773 | Average$1,195 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% |