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$204+ 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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or October, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 July 25, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$539
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$204
(WestJet)
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

Flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh are found to be more expensive on Friday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Edinburgh.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh, book at least 45 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 19% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $775 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $979.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Edinburgh from San Francisco average $947. You can even find prices in February for less than $947, as users have found deals to Edinburgh from as low as $564. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Edinburgh from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 38%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to EDI?

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 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap San Francisco to Edinburgh flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Edinburgh specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/185:40 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops34h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/258:35 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops27h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/24$677
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/118:30 amSFO - EDI
1 stop14h 20mAir Canada
Wed 8/219:00 amEDI - SFO
1 stop18h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 7/25$714
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/118:10 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop16h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 8/2112:05 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop19h 19mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/25$728
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/203:30 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 9/247:05 amEDI - SFO
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/24$729
This JustFly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 JustFly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1310:39 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop24h 11mAir Canada
Wed 8/289:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops20h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 7/25$730
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/233:30 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/286:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops36h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$732
This JustFly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 JustFly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/207:05 amSFO - EDI
2 stops15h 45mAir Canada
Tue 9/249:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops20h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 7/24$735
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/118:30 amSFO - EDI
1 stop14h 20mAir Canada
Wed 8/219:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops20h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 7/25$751
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/195:40 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop31h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 8/271:10 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops34h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/24$754

San Francisco to Edinburgh 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Edinburgh in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/2512:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/306:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops36h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$539
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/2512:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/288:45 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops43h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$563
This JustFly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 JustFly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/118:25 amSFO - EDI
2 stops30h 50mAir Canada
Thu 11/146:05 amEDI - SFO
2 stops35h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 7/24$574
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/128:30 amSFO - EDI
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/146:05 amEDI - SFO
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$582
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1110:45 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/146:05 amEDI - SFO
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$586
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 9/612:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/116:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops36h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$598
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/15:40 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops17h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/98:10 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops27h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/25$622
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/122:40 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop18h 30mLufthansa
Thu 11/146:05 amEDI - SFO
2 stops20h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$627
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/121:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/156:00 amEDI - SFO
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$637

San Francisco to Edinburgh flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Edinburgh for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/316:00 amSFO - EDI
1 stop19h 30mJetBlue
Tue 8/612:20 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop19h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 7/25$1,169
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/48:30 amSFO - EDI
1 stop14h 20mAir Canada
Sun 8/119:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops32h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 7/25$1,235
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/46:30 amSFO - EDI
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/119:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops32h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,240
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/312:15 amSFO - EDI
1 stop24h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/119:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops20h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,252
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 7/311:46 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 49mDelta
Tue 8/66:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops21h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/25$1,316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 7/315:19 amSFO - EDI
2 stops18h 11mDelta
Tue 8/66:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops21h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/25$1,344
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/13:52 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops17h 43mBritish Airways
Sun 8/118:20 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops29h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/25$1,392
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/312:15 amSFO - EDI
1 stop24h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/119:00 amEDI - SFO
1 stop32h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,395
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/12:40 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/117:30 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,422

One-way flights to Edinburgh from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh instead should update the search form at the top of page.
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/212:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 15mWestJet
Deal found 7/25$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 9/289:00 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/252:00 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 11/96:18 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops39h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/256:12 pmSFO - EDI
3 stops29h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 10/117:30 amSFO - EDI
3 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 10/117:30 amSFO - EDI
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 9/712:50 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$303
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/612:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 15mWestJet
Deal found 7/24$326

Find flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh within your budget

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$539 - $704

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Depart

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Price

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 9/25

1 stop13h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/30

2 stops36h 26m

$539

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 11/11

2 stops30h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/14

2 stops35h 25m

$574

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

2 stops17h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/9

2 stops27h 40m

$622

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 11/12

1 stop18h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/14

2 stops20h 40m

$627

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sat 9/21

1 stop27h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/27

1 stop32h 11m

$659

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sat 9/21

2 stops16h 34m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/27

1 stop15h 15m

$669

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 10/7

2 stops16h 07m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/14

1 stop24h 15m

$697

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 11/10

2 stops19h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/14

2 stops20h 57m

$700

San FranciscoEdinburgh Turnhouse

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 10/8

2 stops18h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/11

2 stops19h 55m

$704

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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 July 23, 2024.
Booking 44 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.
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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 July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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.
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Temperature and rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

EDI

Temperature

39.2 - 59 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 July 25, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines and British Airways from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

KLM
7.9
Good
1,417 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

SWISS
7.7
Good
1,799 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,332 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Virgin Atlantic
7.6
Good
705 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $539, but on average you can expect to pay $633.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Edinburgh for under $1,200?

    There are currently 19+ open flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh within the next 7 days for less than $1,200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Edinburgh is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $574 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Scandinavian Airlines and Lufthansa, starting at $622 and $627 round-trip. Air Canada is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $204 on WestJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Scandinavian Airlines from $371 and Aer Lingus from $378 one-way.

  • What does SFO to EDI mean?

    SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while EDI stands for Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh that have layovers, most of them stop in London.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye more than anywhere else. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.7 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $55 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Edinburgh flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Edinburgh layover in Dublin least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Edinburgh flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Edinburgh flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Edinburgh flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Edinburgh flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Edinburgh flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    Consider American Airlines, Air Canada or Air France when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh.

  • 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 $700). Flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,377). 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.

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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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$609Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$621Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$638Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$671Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$688Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$691Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$698Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$709Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$734Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$744Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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