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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area from £316

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
1 Aug — 8 Aug1
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 2 July 2026.

Mon 26/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/1116:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/6£496
Sat 31/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 7/1116:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/6£525
Tue 27/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/1116:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/6£534
Mon 28/919:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 20/1016:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 29/6£539
Fri 30/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/1116:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/6£548
Thu 1/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 7/1116:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/7£552
Thu 29/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/1116:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/6£556
Fri 30/1019:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 7/1116:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/6£563
Wed 7/1019:10
EDI
-
SJC
2 stops34h 37m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/1007:15
SJC
-
EDI
2 stops27h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/6£594
Tue 14/709:00
EDI
-
SJC
1 stop17h 52m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 13/912:46
SJC
-
EDI
1 stop15h 04m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 28/6£667
Wed 7/1005:55
EDI
-
SJC
2 stops24h 48m
British Airways
Sun 11/1012:58
SJC
-
EDI
2 stops21h 47m
British Airways
Deal found 30/6£670
Wed 7/1012:30
EDI
-
SJC
2 stops18h 12m
United Airlines
Sun 11/1014:08
SJC
-
EDI
1 stop34h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/6£678

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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£496

One-way from

£316

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£744
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 26/10-9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area
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JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 25/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 26m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£23 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 28/10

19:10-15:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£548

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/11

19:10-14:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£548

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/11

19:10-14:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£548

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 7/10

19:10-21:47

2 stops34h 37m

San Jose

Sun 11/10

07:15-18:25

2 stops27h 10m

£594

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/10

14:05-22:27

1 stop16h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

22:45-09:20

1 stop26h 35m

£626

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 11/12

11:15-23:01

1 stop19h 46m

San Francisco

Tue 5/1

22:45-09:20

1 stop26h 35m

£645

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/12

11:15-01:13

1 stop21h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 5/1

22:45-09:20

1 stop26h 35m

£653

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 7/10

05:55-22:43

2 stops24h 48m

San Jose

Sun 11/10

12:58-18:45

2 stops21h 47m

£670

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/11

11:15-22:28

2 stops19h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

06:00-10:30

2 stops20h 30m

£673

EdinburghSan Jose

EDI - SJC

EDISJC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 7/10

09:40-22:42

2 stops21h 02m

San Jose

Sun 11/10

06:30-08:25

1 stop17h 55m

£708

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of £36). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area in August is currently the most expensive (average of £520). 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.

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

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 2 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic,Aer Lingus, andJetBlue 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.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,634 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,008 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,107 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,087 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

Related info for your journey

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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 £626, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Edinburgh in 16h 22m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £358. However, be on the lookout for offers from British Airways and Aer Lingus, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • 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?

    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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area (average of £36). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco Bay Area in August is currently the most expensive (average of £520). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest£172Average£567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£426Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest£452Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£452Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£460Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£480Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£486Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£493Average£685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air CanadaCheapest£512Average£658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest£515Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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