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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Scotland from £156

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — EDI
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Scotland

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Scotland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Scotland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Wed 10/1210:30SFO - GLA
2 stops18h 15mDelta
Sun 14/1210:50GLA - SFO
1 stop33h 00mDelta
Deal found 10/12£493
Tue 30/1211:20SFO - GLA
2 stops17h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 8/115:20GLA - SFO
2 stops26h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/12£515
Wed 10/1213:35SFO - GLA
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Sun 14/1212:45GLA - SFO
1 stop31h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12£624
Fri 26/1213:55SFO - EDI
1 stop25h 15mKLM
Mon 12/111:00EDI - SFO
1 stop32h 50mKLM
Deal found 10/12£651
Mon 29/1223:35SFO - EDI
2 stops28h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 8/113:25EDI - SFO
2 stops28h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/12£653
Sun 14/1218:20SFO - EDI
1 stop12h 25mAer Lingus
Tue 16/1208:20EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 15mAer Lingus
Deal found 10/12£659
Sun 28/1217:30SFO - EDI
1 stop17h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 11/112:40EDI - SFO
1 stop34h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/12£679
Fri 26/1216:11SFO - EDI
2 stops16h 49mBritish Airways
Mon 12/111:00EDI - SFO
1 stop36h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/12£687
Wed 31/1213:13SFO - EDI
2 stops21h 22mBritish Airways
Tue 6/114:05EDI - SFO
2 stops37h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/12£703
Tue 30/1213:55SFO - GLA
1 stop18h 40mKLM
Thu 8/117:20GLA - SFO
1 stop26h 30mKLM
Deal found 11/12£747
Sun 14/1211:15SFO - GLA
2 stops18h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 18/1209:55GLA - SFO
2 stops18h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/12£767
Tue 30/1217:30SFO - GLA
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1220:50GLA - SFO
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12£991

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Scotland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Scotland flight deals. Data was last updated 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£378

One-way from

£156

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£1,013
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 28/4-13/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 41m total
  • San Francisco to Scotland
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 05m total
  • San Francisco to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£28 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Scotland that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
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San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Tue 28/4

13:24-14:55

2 stops17h 31m

Inverness

Wed 13/5

07:35-13:50

1 stop14h 15m

£378

San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Sat 18/4

23:08-10:10

2 stops27h 02m

Inverness

Thu 30/4

07:20-23:19

2 stops23h 59m

£380

San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Mon 16/3

07:25-11:50

2 stops21h 25m

Inverness

Tue 31/3

07:20-22:50

2 stops23h 30m

£381

San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Mon 23/2

22:35-09:40

2 stops27h 05m

Inverness

Mon 2/3

19:45-15:00

1 stop27h 15m

£385

San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Wed 29/4

16:35-14:35

1 stop14h 00m

Inverness

Tue 12/5

07:20-13:50

1 stop14h 30m

£389

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

17:20-14:45

1 stop13h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 23/1

09:00-15:35

1 stop14h 35m

£465

San FranciscoGlasgow

SFO - GLA

SFOGLA

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

17:30-16:25

1 stop14h 55m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 17/2

19:10-15:00

1 stop27h 50m

£468

San FranciscoGlasgow

SFO - GLA

SFOGLA

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

20:40-21:25

1 stop16h 45m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 16/2

20:25-15:00

1 stop26h 35m

£468

San FranciscoGlasgow

SFO - GLA

SFOGLA

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

17:30-16:25

1 stop14h 55m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 18/2

08:40-18:45

1 stop18h 05m

£468

San FranciscoGlasgow

SFO - GLA

SFOGLA

San Francisco

Sun 8/2

17:30-19:25

1 stop17h 55m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 16/2

20:25-15:00

1 stop26h 35m

£468

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Scotland

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Scotland (average of £359). Flying from San Francisco to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £712). 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 SFO to SCT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Scotland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from San Francisco to Scotland by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Scotland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Scotland. 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 Scotland. Reviews last updated 12 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways from San Francisco to Scotland by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
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Boarding

6.9

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

IAD - LHR

The plane had to load and unload passengers not through a jet way but out on the tarmac at Heathrow. The steps were steep. We weren't expecting to have to carry our luggage up and down stairs.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.9

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

IAD - LHR

The plane had to load and unload passengers not through a jet way but out on the tarmac at Heathrow. The steps were steep. We weren't expecting to have to carry our luggage up and down stairs.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Scotland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Scotland?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Scotland from San Francisco.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Scotland?

    Airlines like British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Scandinavian Airlines fly from San Francisco to Scotland in about 13h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 06m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5047 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Scotland?

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to Scotland are San Francisco - Edinburgh Turnhouse, San Francisco - Glasgow Intl and San Francisco - Aberdeen Dyce.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Scotland.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Scotland (average of £359). Flying from San Francisco to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £712). 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 airline flying from San Francisco to Scotland

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco to Scotland. 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 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£430Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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