Cheap flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh from £179
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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — EDI
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in October or February, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh
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 18 December 2025.
Tue 16/1208:25SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 05mLufthansa
Tue 23/1217:45EDI - SFO
1 stop29h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 16/12£630
Tue 16/1211:05SFO - EDI
2 stops15h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 23/1209:25EDI - SFO
2 stops32h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12£630
Mon 29/1210:23SFO - EDI
2 stops21h 42mDelta
Thu 8/105:50EDI - SFO
2 stops20h 29mDelta
Deal found 16/12£640
Mon 29/1223:59SFO - EDI
2 stops26h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/109:25EDI - SFO
2 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12£652
Fri 26/1213:55SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 10mKLM
Mon 12/111:00EDI - SFO
1 stop32h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/12£653
Mon 29/1217:30SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 8/116:10EDI - SFO
2 stops25h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12£657
Sun 28/1213:55SFO - EDI
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/106:00EDI - SFO
2 stops19h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£668
Fri 26/1214:03SFO - EDI
2 stops18h 57mBritish Airways
Mon 12/116:10EDI - SFO
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/12£689
Best flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
Sun 1/216:40SFO - EDI
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/215:35EDI - SFO
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£470
Fri 24/416:45SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 6/509:20EDI - SFO
2 stops37h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 17/12£471
Wed 1/416:35SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 15/421:15EDI - SFO
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/12£509
Sun 18/107:25SFO - EDI
2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/209:25EDI - SFO
2 stops19h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12£553
Wed 8/417:45SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/407:55EDI - SFO
2 stops21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£482
Tue 7/415:08SFO - EDI
2 stops16h 37mBritish Airways
Thu 16/411:35EDI - SFO
1 stop18h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/12£522
Fri 24/416:35SFO - EDI
1 stop17h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 6/521:15EDI - SFO
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/12£544
Wed 8/416:35SFO - EDI
1 stop17h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 26/407:30EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/12£544
Sun 1/311:05SFO - EDI
2 stops18h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 19/311:25EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/12£545
Wed 18/312:11SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 04mBritish Airways
Sun 22/318:30EDI - SFO
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/12£552
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Data last updated 18 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 25/1208:20SFO - EDI
2 stops15h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1212:30EDI - SFO
2 stops27h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12£788
Thu 25/1208:20SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 10mLufthansa
Wed 31/1212:30EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 17/12£900
Fri 26/1213:55SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 10mKLM
Mon 12/111:00EDI - SFO
1 stop32h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/12£653
Fri 26/1214:03SFO - EDI
2 stops18h 57mBritish Airways
Mon 12/116:10EDI - SFO
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/12£689
Sat 27/1208:00SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/108:20EDI - SFO
2 stops20h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12£1,501
Sun 28/1213:55SFO - EDI
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/106:00EDI - SFO
2 stops19h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£668
Sun 28/1218:20SFO - EDI
1 stop12h 25mAer Lingus
Sun 11/108:20EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 15mAer Lingus
Deal found 16/12£696
Sun 28/1216:11SFO - EDI
2 stops18h 24mBritish Airways
Sun 11/120:20EDI - SFO
1 stop26h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12£716
One-way flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
Tue 14/416:35SFO - EDI
1 stop17h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12£179
Sat 10/114:36SFO - EDI
3 stops47h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£225
Fri 15/519:30SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/12£240
Sun 15/215:59SFO - EDI
3 stops45h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£245
Thu 14/519:30SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/12£245
Sun 18/118:20SFO - EDI
1 stop12h 25mAer Lingus
Deal found 18/12£264
Sun 18/108:26SFO - EDI
2 stops27h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£267
Find 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 18 December 2025.
Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Sun 1/2
16:40-22:05
2 stops21h 25m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 8/2
15:35-14:35
2 stops31h 00m
£470
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Fri 24/4
16:45-18:05
2 stops17h 20m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Wed 6/5
09:20-14:40
2 stops37h 20m
£471
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Wed 8/4
17:45-19:50
1 stop18h 05m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 26/4
07:55-21:24
2 stops21h 29m
£482
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Wed 1/4
16:35-14:40
1 stop14h 05m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Wed 15/4
21:15-13:50
1 stop24h 35m
£509
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Tue 7/4
15:08-15:45
2 stops16h 37m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 16/4
11:35-22:02
1 stop18h 27m
£522
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Fri 24/4
16:35-17:35
1 stop17h 00m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Wed 6/5
21:15-13:50
1 stop24h 35m
£544
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Wed 8/4
16:35-18:15
1 stop17h 40m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 26/4
07:30-13:50
1 stop14h 20m
£544
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Sun 1/3
11:05-13:15
2 stops18h 10m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Thu 19/3
11:25-20:47
1 stop16h 22m
£545
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Wed 18/3
12:11-14:15
2 stops19h 04m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 22/3
18:30-16:00
1 stop28h 30m
£552
San FranciscoEdinburgh
SFO - EDI
SFOEDI
San Francisco
Sun 18/1
07:25-07:55
2 stops16h 30m
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 3/2
09:25-21:17
2 stops19h 52m
£553
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Best time to book a 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 return flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
Booking 5 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh (average of £411). Flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £689). 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 18 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Edinburgh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Share of one-stop return flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 57% of one-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Edinburgh on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
London (LHR) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £548.
What’s the fastest stopover option from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 15m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Average stopover duration for one-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 stopover time of 1h 23m.
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 18 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways from San Francisco to Edinburgh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
I had a great time on the flight with good entertainment and food. The staff was awesome. The only thing was there was a delay in boarding and takeoff from London. However, I was pleasantly surprised when the airline sent an apology for the few later landing in Mumbai. They did not have WiFi on board on the leg from London to Mumbai but that was okay for me. On the first leg from SF to London, a couple of seats ahead of me had issues with their display so they could not watch anything on their screens although the stewardess gas be them an option to use the WiFi on their devices. This did not affect me, however, so that was cool. I would recommend British Airways. This was my first time flying with them and I had a lovely flight.
I had a great time on the flight with good entertainment and food. The staff was awesome. The only thing was there was a delay in boarding and takeoff from London. However, I was pleasantly surprised when the airline sent an apology for the few later landing in Mumbai. They did not have WiFi on board on the leg from London to Mumbai but that was okay for me. On the first leg from SF to London, a couple of seats ahead of me had issues with their display so they could not watch anything on their screens although the stewardess gas be them an option to use the WiFi on their devices. This did not affect me, however, so that was cool. I would recommend British Airways. This was my first time flying with them and I had a lovely flight.
Related info for your journey
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How long is the flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Edinburgh in 14h 05m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines or British Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and Edinburgh is about 5047 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh round-trip?
Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at £516. British Airways is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
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 holiday 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh (average of £411). Flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £689). 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 San Francisco to Edinburgh
Discover the top airline 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
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