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$606+ Cheap flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco are usually found in February or November, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$730
(TravelUp)

One-way from

$606
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$857
From Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/910:55 amEDI - SFO
1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 3/35:30 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/20$730
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 12/95:45 amEDI - SFO
1 stop14h 05mDelta
Tue 3/36:05 amSFO - EDI
2 stops20h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/20$738
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/277:20 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop27h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 11/211:59 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops26h 11mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/19$752
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 9/91:20 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops35h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 9/217:40 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/18$757
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/125:25 pmEDI - SFO
3 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/187:40 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$758
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/272:20 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/211:55 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$759
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/275:00 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops50h 43mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/28:10 pmSFO - EDI
2 stops39h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/19$763
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Mon 9/18:30 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/87:00 amSFO - EDI
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$767
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Tue 10/145:50 amEDI - SFO
1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 12/98:40 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/20$773
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Mon 9/17:40 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop28h 15mAer Lingus
Mon 9/86:00 amSFO - EDI
2 stops21h 15mAer Lingus
Deal found 8/20$774
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 9/249:00 amEDI - SFO
1 stop35h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/301:02 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$780

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/9

10:55 am-6:45 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

5:30 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$730

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/9

8:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

8:40 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$732

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/9

5:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

6:05 am-10:40 am

2 stops20h 35m

$738

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/9

9:25 am-7:38 pm

1 stop18h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

7:15 am-12:00 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$738

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/9

5:45 am-4:01 pm

2 stops18h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-10:40 am

2 stops20h 40m

$744

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/27

7:20 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

11:59 pm-10:10 am

2 stops26h 11m

$752

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/9

1:20 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops35h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

7:40 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$757

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/12

5:25 pm-4:30 pm

3 stops31h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

7:40 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops19h 40m

$758

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/27

2:20 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop34h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

11:55 pm-7:55 am

1 stop24h 00m

$759

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/27

5:00 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops50h 43m

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

8:10 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$763

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco. 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 Edinburgh to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 EDI to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated August 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways from Edinburgh to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,289 reviews

Overall

6.7

Food

6.3

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

LHR - LAX

We needed assistance (wheelchair, golf cart, whatever ) to get to next gate. We requested it. None was provided.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,289 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,289 reviews

Overall

6.7

Food

6.3

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

LHR - LAX

We needed assistance (wheelchair, golf cart, whatever ) to get to next gate. We requested it. None was provided.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    Departing from Edinburgh to San Francisco will take you 14h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5047 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco round-trip?

    British Airways, at $585, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to San Francisco.. British Airways is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 airline flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco. 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$585Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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