Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco from £284

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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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 27 November 2025.

Tue 9/1206:00EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Sat 6/607:00SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Deal found 25/11£591
Tue 9/1206:05EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 14/516:35SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/11£598
Tue 9/1212:45EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/521:05SFO - EDI
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£616
Sat 6/1206:00EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Sat 6/607:00SFO - EDI
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Deal found 25/11£620
Wed 17/1205:50EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/115:40SFO - EDI
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£645
Wed 17/1205:50EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Sun 11/109:00SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 15mKLM
Deal found 26/11£653
Tue 9/1217:00EDI - SFO
1 stop26h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 6/607:00SFO - EDI
1 stop15h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 25/11£656
Tue 9/1206:05EDI - SFO
2 stops24h 54mIberia
Thu 14/517:45SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 45mIberia
Deal found 24/11£676
Sun 28/1212:30EDI - SFO
1 stop20h 47mLufthansa
Sun 11/109:10SFO - EDI
2 stops38h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 26/11£681
Sat 27/1206:50EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 10mFinnair
Sun 11/113:00SFO - EDI
2 stops34h 50mFinnair
Deal found 26/11£683

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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£480

One-way from

£284

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£500
Finnair
  • Finnair
  • 14/1-22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
6/5
  • 6/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 14/1

07:50-15:00

1 stop15h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

17:30-17:40

1 stop16h 10m

£480

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/4

19:40-14:40

2 stops27h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 17/4

16:45-18:05

2 stops17h 20m

£488

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

09:25-18:45

1 stop17h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

21:40-21:55

1 stop17h 15m

£492

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

09:25-21:48

1 stop20h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

21:45-09:30

1 stop28h 45m

£499

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/2

05:50-15:56

2 stops18h 06m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

11:00-15:25

2 stops21h 25m

£514

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

05:50-19:36

2 stops21h 46m

San Francisco

Thu 26/2

06:05-10:40

2 stops20h 35m

£514

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

06:05-15:35

2 stops17h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 26/2

06:00-12:50

2 stops22h 50m

£526

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/2

06:25-15:35

2 stops17h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

21:40-18:35

1 stop13h 55m

£530

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/5

06:00-19:25

2 stops21h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 19/5

13:00-16:15

2 stops19h 15m

£532

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 6/5

11:20-18:00

2 stops38h 40m

£284

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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 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco is 53 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 £383). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of £489). 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 27 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% 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 27 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Finnair, andVirgin Atlantic 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.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

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. 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 Finnair, Scandinavian Airlines, and British Airways fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco in about 15h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 50m. 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?

    Iberia, at £403, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include British Airways and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco for 31% 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 £383). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of £489). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco. 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest£403Average£721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£405Average£527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£420Average£572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest£442Average£560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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FinnairCheapest£451Average£568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£457Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£477Average£635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£494Average£620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£518Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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JetBlueCheapest£547Average£628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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