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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area from £292

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
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 11 November 2025.

Fri 21/1106:45EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1217:20SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11£453
Tue 9/1212:45EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Wed 21/107:00SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 9/11£549
Sun 23/1108:00EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1118:20SFO - EDI
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11£560
Tue 9/1209:25EDI - SFO
2 stops22h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/105:00SFO - EDI
3 stops18h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11£569
Sun 14/1220:30EDI - SFO
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/115:40SFO - EDI
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11£593
Wed 26/1112:30EDI - SFO
2 stops28h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1223:59SFO - EDI
2 stops23h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/11£602
Mon 15/1207:25EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 6/120:40SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/11£605
Mon 15/1208:20EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 15mAer Lingus
Tue 6/117:20SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 30mAer Lingus
Deal found 10/11£608
Wed 26/1106:00EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 40mLufthansa
Sun 7/1213:35SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/11£613
Mon 15/1209:25EDI - SFO
2 stops32h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/123:59SFO - EDI
2 stops23h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/11£624
Sun 14/1212:40EDI - SFO
1 stop34h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/114:50SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/11£626
Sun 23/1106:20EDI - SJC
2 stops22h 29mFinnair
Sun 30/1106:00SJC - EDI
2 stops25h 15mFinnair
Deal found 10/11£810

Cheap 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 11 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£453

One-way from

£292

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£501
21/11-5/12
  • 21/11-5/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area
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8/5
  • 8/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 49m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 15/5

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£492

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/4

19:40-14:40

2 stops51h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 17/4

16:45-10:15

2 stops33h 30m

£523

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

06:50-15:00

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 26/2

17:30-18:45

1 stop17h 15m

£549

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/2

07:50-15:00

1 stop15h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

18:30-18:35

1 stop17h 05m

£556

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/2

08:20-16:35

1 stop16h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 6/2

17:20-14:45

1 stop13h 25m

£567

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/12

09:25-09:30

2 stops32h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 21/1

10:35-07:55

1 stop13h 20m

£569

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

05:50-11:50

1 stop14h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 26/2

10:20-10:40

2 stops16h 20m

£574

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/2

06:00-17:40

2 stops19h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

20:25-18:55

1 stop15h 30m

£575

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

06:00-16:31

2 stops17h 31m

San Jose

Sun 29/3

15:45-16:30

2 stops40h 45m

£613

EdinburghOakland

EDI - OAK

EDIOAK

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

05:50-16:34

2 stops17h 44m

Oakland

Sun 29/3

17:05-16:25

2 stops15h 20m

£645

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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 £384). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of £482). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 11 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Finnair, andVirgin Atlantic 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
1,410 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,335 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
673 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,368 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,511 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 £549, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Edinburgh in 16h 10m. There are 5047 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 - Oakland and Edinburgh Turnhouse - San Jose.

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

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

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    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 Bay Area.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of £384). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of £482). 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 Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 11 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest£405Average£734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£406Average£510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£421Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest£444Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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FinnairCheapest£452Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£458Average£761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£472Average£578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£495Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£519Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Aer LingusCheapest£537Average£780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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