Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco from £258

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco are usually found in February or November, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£452

One-way from

£258

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£515
Air France
  • Air France
  • 26/11-7/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
3/10
  • 3/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£87 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Wed 26/1117:00EDI - SFO
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1215:40SFO - EDI
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£452
Wed 26/1106:00EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Sun 7/1209:59SFO - EDI
2 stops16h 41mDelta
Deal found 16/9£456
Wed 24/906:00EDI - SFO
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1020:25SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£458
Wed 24/906:00EDI - SFO
1 stop13h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 15/1005:55SFO - EDI
2 stops16h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/9£461
Tue 23/909:10EDI - SFO
2 stops18h 38mDelta
Tue 14/1015:30SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 05mDelta
Deal found 16/9£462
Thu 25/906:00EDI - SFO
1 stop13h 45mDelta
Wed 15/1010:30SFO - EDI
2 stops18h 05mDelta
Deal found 16/9£463
Tue 23/905:50EDI - SFO
2 stops20h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1010:20SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/9£463
Tue 23/917:15EDI - SFO
1 stop26h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 14/1013:45SFO - EDI
1 stop18h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/9£464
Tue 23/914:05EDI - SFO
1 stop17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1013:45SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£466
Wed 24/906:00EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1013:45SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£466
Tue 23/917:15EDI - SFO
1 stop26h 30mKLM
Wed 15/1013:45SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/9£471
Tue 23/907:00EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 16/1016:30SFO - EDI
1 stop19h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/9£475

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Edinburgh

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

08:35-15:00

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

10:37-13:15

2 stops19h 38m

£461

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/12

13:30-11:50

1 stop30h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

15:40-21:35

1 stop21h 55m

£461

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

08:35-18:45

1 stop18h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

18:30-15:15

1 stop13h 45m

£463

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

06:00-18:01

2 stops20h 01m

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

09:59-10:40

2 stops16h 41m

£482

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/10

11:20-23:43

2 stops20h 23m

San Francisco

Thu 23/10

15:05-21:15

1 stop22h 10m

£499

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

11:35-21:46

1 stop18h 11m

San Francisco

Mon 13/10

19:20-16:40

1 stop13h 20m

£511

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/3

07:00-16:00

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 25/3

18:30-17:00

1 stop15h 30m

£513

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

06:40-16:00

1 stop16h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 25/3

18:30-17:00

1 stop15h 30m

£513

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/3

06:40-16:00

1 stop16h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 25/3

18:30-17:00

1 stop15h 30m

£513

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/3

10:50-19:45

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 25/3

18:30-17:00

1 stop15h 30m

£513

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/9

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco is 84 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated 17 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAer Lingus from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like American Airlines, British Airways, and Delta fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco in about 14h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 36m. Edinburgh and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 5047 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco round-trip?

    Delta, at £297, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Iberia and British Airways. You may be able to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    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.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest£297Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IberiaCheapest£390Average£709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£395Average£513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£429Average£549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest£430Average£563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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FinnairCheapest£436Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£444Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£461Average£624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£478Average£598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£501Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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