How long is the flight from San Francisco to Scotland?

Airlines like British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and Delta fly from San Francisco to Scotland in about 14h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5021 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Scotland ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Scotland when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Scotland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 - Inverness.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to SCT?

When flying from San Francisco to Scotland, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Located just 11.0 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Scotland from San Francisco.

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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Scotland (average of £515). Flying from San Francisco to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,053). 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 San Francisco to Scotland?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Scotland flights typically cost between £581 and £958 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £480 on Multiple Airlines (4 Nov–11 Nov).

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

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Scotland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Scotland?
Located just 11.0 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, Virgin Atlantic, and Delta fly from San Francisco to Scotland in about 14h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5021 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 - Inverness.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Scotland (average of £515). Flying from San Francisco to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,053). 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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Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Scotland flights typically cost between £581 and £958 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £480 on Multiple Airlines (4 Nov–11 Nov).

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

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Scotland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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San Francisco to Scotland flights typically cost between £581 and £958 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £480 on Multiple Airlines (4 Nov–11 Nov).