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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area from £251

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2026.

Sun 15/307:00
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops44h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/313:20
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2£423
Tue 6/1010:15
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops36h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 20/1016:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 25/2£449
Wed 22/409:20
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops37h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 26/416:45
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops15h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 24/2£475
Thu 1/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 16/1016:45
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops33h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 25/2£476
Mon 13/417:00
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops29h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 20/416:45
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops31h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 24/2£484
Mon 13/407:50
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/420:30
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2£489
Thu 11/619:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 22/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/2£490
Mon 13/406:20
EDI
-
SJC
2 stops23h 39m
British Airways
Mon 20/416:18
SJC
-
EDI
2 stops18h 17m
British Airways
Deal found 27/2£521
Sat 2/506:00
EDI
-
SJC
2 stops23h 59m
British Airways
Tue 5/514:02
SJC
-
EDI
2 stops23h 28m
British Airways
Deal found 24/2£546
Tue 14/405:45
EDI
-
OAK
2 stops26h 09m
Delta
Tue 21/412:34
OAK
-
EDI
2 stops19h 36m
Delta
Deal found 28/2£576
Mon 13/409:40
EDI
-
SJC
3 stops45h 01m
United Airlines
Mon 20/406:30
SJC
-
EDI
2 stops20h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/2£599
Sat 2/511:30
EDI
-
SJC
1 stop15h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 5/506:30
SJC
-
EDI
2 stops44h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/2£671

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated 28 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£423

One-way from

£251

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£510
15/3-30/3
  • 15/3-30/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 05m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area
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5/5
  • 5/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area 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 28 February 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 22/4

09:20-14:40

2 stops37h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 26/4

16:45-16:15

2 stops15h 30m

£501

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 22/4

05:55-13:50

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 26/4

19:30-19:40

1 stop16h 10m

£540

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 13/4

11:25-21:19

1 stop17h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 27/4

19:30-18:35

1 stop15h 05m

£547

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 13/4

09:00-23:12

1 stop22h 12m

San Francisco

Mon 20/4

20:35-07:05

1 stop26h 30m

£568

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/6

10:30-23:57

1 stop21h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 15/7

16:35-14:40

1 stop14h 05m

£579

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 30/6

10:30-23:57

1 stop21h 27m

San Francisco

Sat 18/7

16:35-17:20

1 stop16h 45m

£579

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 2/5

11:30-18:31

1 stop15h 01m

San Jose

Tue 5/5

06:30-10:35

2 stops44h 05m

£671

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 13/4

05:45-17:52

2 stops20h 07m

San Jose

Mon 20/4

23:00-11:50

1 stop28h 50m

£683

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/4

09:40-22:41

2 stops21h 01m

San Jose

Tue 21/4

08:45-10:35

2 stops17h 50m

£706

EdinburghOakland

EDI - OAK

EDIOAK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

07:25-16:37

2 stops40h 12m

Oakland

Tue 17/3

09:54-16:50

2 stops23h 56m

£786

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of £347). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area in August is currently the most expensive (average of £461). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Bay Area. Reviews last updated 28 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.7
Good
1,461 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
680 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7.4
Good
1,541 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,464 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,772 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    For as low as £671, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Edinburgh in 15h 01m. There are 5050 mi between Edinburgh and San Francisco Bay Area. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular flight routes from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area are Edinburgh Turnhouse - San Francisco, Edinburgh Turnhouse - San Jose and Edinburgh Turnhouse - Oakland.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of £347). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area in August is currently the most expensive (average of £461). 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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United AirlinesCheapest£411Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£419Average£529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£432Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£449Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£467Average£593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£480Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£513Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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JetBlueCheapest£536Average£615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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IcelandairCheapest£540Average£686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Aer LingusCheapest£558Average£749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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