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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco from £293

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 August 2026.

Mon 31/819:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 13/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops18h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 29/7£513
Fri 28/812:20
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£526
Mon 31/813:25
EDI
-
SFO
3 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£531
Mon 31/819:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 14/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops31h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 30/7£531
Wed 23/919:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 30/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/7£534
Thu 27/819:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 7/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/7£534
Tue 8/909:40
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop14h 15m
Aer Lingus
Wed 16/917:40
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 25m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 27/7£537
Tue 8/913:10
EDI
-
SFO
3 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/915:15
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£542
Wed 23/916:05
EDI
-
SFO
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
3 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7£543
Fri 28/809:40
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop14h 10m
Aer Lingus
Mon 7/917:35
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 30m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 27/7£545

Find 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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£513

One-way from

£293

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£742
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 31/8-13/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
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18/8
  • 18/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

09:20-14:40

2 stops37h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£554

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 29/8

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£584

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/10

10:15-14:40

2 stops36h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£619

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/10

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£623

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/10

10:30-00:59

1 stop22h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

20:35-20:40

1 stop16h 05m

£630

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/10

09:15-21:49

2 stops20h 34m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

06:00-10:30

2 stops20h 30m

£639

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/1

07:50-18:20

2 stops18h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 6/2

09:12-10:10

2 stops16h 58m

£641
Fastest return journey

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

11:25-22:59

1 stop19h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

16:35-16:05

1 stop15h 30m

£641

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

05:45-16:58

2 stops19h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

14:30-16:30

2 stops18h 00m

£652

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/8

10:15-14:40

2 stops36h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 7/9

16:45-08:35

2 stops31h 50m

£655

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco is 55 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco (average of £541). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £798). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Edinburgh to San Francisco flights typically cost between £695 and £791 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £513 on Scandinavian Airlines (31 Aug–13 Sept).

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 1 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic,Scandinavian Airlines, 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.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

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
694 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,912 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

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
1,683 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

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
8,168 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

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
8,136 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

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

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 Scandinavian Airlines fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco in about 37h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Edinburgh and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 5047 mi.

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

    Iberia, at £170, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco for 74% 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.

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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.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco (average of £541). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £798). 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£170Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£183Average£656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapest£445Average£577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£445Average£755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£448Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£450Average£598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£472Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£479Average£676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£505Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest£508Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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