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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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — EDI
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult
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 25 November 2025.

Sun 30/1118:20SFO - EDI
1 stop12h 25mAer Lingus
Tue 9/1208:20EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 15mAer Lingus
Deal found 23/11£464
Fri 28/1119:25SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1218:35EDI - SFO
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£545
Sun 7/1208:25SFO - EDI
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1217:15EDI - SFO
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11£556
Mon 29/1223:35SFO - EDI
2 stops29h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 8/119:20EDI - SFO
2 stops37h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£589
Tue 25/1117:30SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 2/1217:55EDI - SFO
1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£605
Sun 28/1216:11SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 39mBritish Airways
Sun 11/118:30EDI - SFO
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£619
Mon 1/1215:40SFO - EDI
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1213:30EDI - SFO
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11£623

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 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£478

One-way from

£179

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£630
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 19/4-6/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 05m total
  • San Francisco to Edinburgh
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Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 8/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 50m total
  • San Francisco to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£104 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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San Francisco

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Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 15/3

21:40-22:35

1 stop17h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/3

07:50-16:00

1 stop15h 10m

£524

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 15/3

18:30-17:00

1 stop15h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/3

06:05-16:00

1 stop16h 55m

£524

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 15/3

07:00-08:45

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 23/3

13:30-12:50

1 stop30h 20m

£530

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

07:00-18:25

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 15/5

19:40-14:40

2 stops27h 00m

£533

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 15/3

06:00-08:45

2 stops19h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/3

09:20-12:50

1 stop34h 30m

£534

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

07:00-10:40

2 stops20h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/3

13:30-12:50

1 stop30h 20m

£534

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 19/4

16:35-17:45

1 stop17h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 8/5

05:50-13:50

1 stop16h 00m

£537

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

16:35-17:45

1 stop17h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 21/4

05:50-13:50

1 stop16h 00m

£537

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 21/4

16:35-17:55

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/5

05:50-13:50

1 stop16h 00m

£537

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

16:35-15:35

1 stop15h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 15/4

05:55-13:50

1 stop15h 55m

£537

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh

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

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 21 November 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh (average of £421). Flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £703). 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 25 November 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.

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 25 November 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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,535 reviews
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Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

IAD - LHR

The plane had to load and unload passengers not through a jet way but out on the tarmac at Heathrow. The steps were steep. We weren't expecting to have to carry our luggage up and down stairs.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,535 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

IAD - LHR

The plane had to load and unload passengers not through a jet way but out on the tarmac at Heathrow. The steps were steep. We weren't expecting to have to carry our luggage up and down stairs.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Edinburgh. 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 San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Edinburgh in 17h 55m. Fly via British Airways, Delta, or Scandinavian Airlines 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 £527. British Airways is currently priced 26% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh (average of £421). Flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £703). 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

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British AirwaysCheapest£527Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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