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Cheapest return fare
£534
Typical prices: £590-£741
Aer Lingus
Mon 4/1Thu 21/1
SFO - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£197
Typical prices: £313-£358
Aer Lingus
Wed 13/1
SFO - EDI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Edinburgh. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £704 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 39m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh (SFO-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Mon, 4 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
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17:20 - 20:10SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 50m1 stop Dublin
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13:10 - 16:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
34h 55m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£534Multiple Airlines
Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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17:40 - 19:50SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m1 stop Dublin
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09:40 - 15:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
14h 15m1 stop Dublin
£553Aer Lingus
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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13:00 - 09:50SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 50m1 stop Calgary
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07:10 - 21:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
22h 45m2 stops London Stansted Calgary
£556Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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14:07 - 22:30SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 23m2 stops Los Angeles Dublin
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07:35 - 15:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
16h 00m1 stop Dublin
£561Multiple Airlines
Mon, 4 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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17:20 - 20:10SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 50m1 stop Dublin
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20:30 - 14:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
26h 15m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£562Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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17:25 - 15:15SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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11:05 - 22:07EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
19h 02m1 stop Philadelphia
£563British Airways
Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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12:04 - 15:15SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 11m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
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06:05 - 14:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
16h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
£564Iberia
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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07:50 - 10:05SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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06:25 - 14:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
16h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
£564Iberia
Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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07:50 - 10:10SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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10:30 - 22:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
20h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth
£571Iberia
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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10:34 - 12:10SFO  San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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08:45 - 19:59EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco
19h 14m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
£571Iberia
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for San Francisco to Edinburgh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Edinburgh from San Francisco usually cost between £697 and £865 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £466 on Multiple Airlines (4 Nov–11 Nov).

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh is February, where tickets cost £558 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,039 and £936 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£197
Best time to beat the crowds (26% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh

When to book flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

  • What is the most preferred most of transport to the city center from EDI airport?

    The Airlink Bus and the Airport Tram are two convenient and reasonably priced modes of public transportation that run between Edinburgh Airport and the city center. By making your transportation reservations in advance, not only will you have one less thing to worry about, but you will also be able to avoid any lines that may be present.

  • Are there car rental companies at EDI airport?

    Yes, you can rent a car for your day-to-day movement while in Edinburgh. The different car rental companies include Alamo, Budget and Hertz. It is a short walk from the terminal building, which may be reached by the covered walkway that is situated adjacent to the multi-story parking garage.

  • What is the best time to arrive at SFO airport?

    Arriving at SFO at least 2h before to a domestic flight's departure and 3h prior to an international flight's departure is highly recommended.

  • Are there parking services at SFO airport?

    The SFO long-term parking lot is located at 801 South Airport Boulevard in South San Francisco. There are options for fast entry and exit, baggage check-in at the curb for the vast majority of domestic flights, a convenient shuttle service, and guaranteed parking at the terminal.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh was £197 for a one-way ticket and £466 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh

  • In the event that you feel the need to relax during your time spent at SFO Airport, you are welcome to make use of the many lounges that are accessible to you during your stay there. There are a total of 18 lounges at San Francisco International Airport, some of which are reserved exclusively for certain airlines such as British Airways, Emirates, Delta, and United Airlines.
  • At San Francisco International Airport (SFO), there are private rooms that nursing women are free to use during their travels. The San Francisco International Airport currently has 19 lactation spaces, including 13 big, stylish, and private nursing rooms for breastfeeding and breast pumping moms. These facilities are available for women travelling through the airport. These nursing rooms are available for use by breastfeeding and pumping women who are travelling through the airport. There are breastfeeding facilities available to travellers at Terminals 1, 2, and 3 both before and after they have gone through security checkpoints.
  • The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers tourists and their pet dogs specifically designated locations inside each terminal for defecation. At the San Francisco International Airport, your pet must be at all times on a leash (SFO). Additionally, if you want to travel with your pet from SFO, you must always carry the required pet container.
  • Both San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) provide assistance to customers who, for whatever reason, may have trouble navigating the airport or using its facilities. They welcome you to get in contact either before or after your holiday to learn more about the assistance they can give with wheelchair rentals and airport transportation. In order to use these services, you must give the airline an extensive amount of advanced notice.
  • If you do not have a mobile device while visiting EDI airport, you may use the internet at one of the Virgin Wi-Fi stations placed around the airport. Cards and coins (euro or pound) are acceptable forms of payment. In addition, you may pay to utilize internet kiosks that resemble telephones to check your email or browse online.

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