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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco from £279

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
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 23 July 2026.

Mon 24/819:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 7/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 21/7£537
Mon 31/819:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 13/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/7£550
Wed 26/819:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 11/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
2 stops17h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/7£552
Tue 8/919:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 16/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/7£559
Tue 1/919:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 21/7£572
Thu 27/819:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 11/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/7£575
Fri 28/819:10
EDI
-
SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/916:45
SFO
-
EDI
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/7£586

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 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£537

One-way from

£279

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£779
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 24/8-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
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22/9
  • 22/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£64 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/8

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 7/9

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£555

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

19:10-14:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 9/11

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£596

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/8

09:20-14:40

2 stops37h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 11/9

16:45-10:15

2 stops33h 30m

£600

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 25/8

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 29/8

06:20-18:25

2 stops28h 05m

£606

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

£641

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

£647
Fastest return journey

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 26/9

05:45-11:45

1 stop14h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 31/10

13:30-12:30

2 stops16h 00m

£657
Cheapest one-way

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/8

11:05-14:30

3 stops35h 25m

£327

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/10

06:15-08:23

3 stops58h 08m

£358

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 31/10

11:05-22:59

1 stop18h 54m

£375

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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?

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco is 80 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 £544). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £779). 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?

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 23 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic,Aer Lingus, andJetBlue 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
693 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
693 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
693 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
1,678 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
693 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
3,019 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
693 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
8,159 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
693 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
8,127 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
693 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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

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 27h 30m. 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 £171, 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco one-way?

    £354 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways and Aer Lingus, with prices starting from £385 and £487, respectively.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco (average of £544). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £779). 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£171Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£184Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapest£448Average£580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£448Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£451Average£535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£451Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£475Average£536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£482Average£680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£508Average£652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest£511Average£706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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