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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco from £313

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 25/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
4 Nov — 11 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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 30 October 2024.

Round-trip from

£447

One-way from

£313

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February
Air France
  • Air France
  • 23/1-28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
25/11
  • 25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop

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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 30 October 2024.

Tue 5/1107:50EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 12/1117:30SFO - EDI
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/10£484
Tue 19/1106:05EDI - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 26/1111:48SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/10£487
Mon 11/1121:00EDI - SFO
2 stops29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1117:30SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10£517
Mon 11/1109:25EDI - SFO
2 stops21h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 18/1106:15SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10£607
Wed 18/1205:45EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 05mDelta
Sun 19/115:25SFO - EDI
1 stop21h 25mDelta
Deal found 29/10£703
Sat 21/1211:25EDI - SFO
1 stop35h 35mFinnair
Sat 11/109:00SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 10mFinnair
Deal found 29/10£802
Sat 14/1205:45EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Sat 4/113:45SFO - EDI
1 stop25h 25mKLM
Deal found 29/10£875
Sun 10/1116:30EDI - SFO
1 stop32h 15mTurkish Airlines
Fri 15/1118:50SFO - EDI
1 stop36h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 28/10£889
Sat 14/1216:15EDI - SFO
1 stop30h 00mIberia
Sat 4/113:55SFO - EDI
2 stops36h 10mIberia
Deal found 29/10£1,018
Sun 10/1119:40EDI - SFO
1 stop27h 50mAer Lingus
Fri 15/1123:50SFO - EDI
2 stops24h 00mAer Lingus
Deal found 28/10£1,086
Sun 10/1112:20EDI - SFO
2 stops32h 15mBrussels Airlines
Fri 15/1120:35SFO - EDI
2 stops30h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/10£1,379
Mon 18/1109:25EDI - SFO
1 stop19h 50mLufthansa
Fri 22/1107:15SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 29/10£1,500

Find flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco within your budget

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Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 23/1

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 28/1

1 stop21h 25m

£447

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 28/11

2 stops22h 39m

San Francisco

Thu 5/12

2 stops24h 10m

£448

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 23/1

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 28/1

1 stop17h 55m

£457

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 23/1

2 stops21h 41m

San Francisco

Tue 28/1

2 stops20h 10m

£459

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 23/1

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 28/1

1 stop21h 25m

£467

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/12

2 stops21h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 9/12

2 stops20h 45m

£474

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 19/11

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 26/11

2 stops17h 37m

£487

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/11

2 stops21h 33m

San Francisco

Mon 18/11

2 stops17h 40m

£607

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/12

1 stop35h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

2 stops17h 10m

£802

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 10/11

1 stop32h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 15/11

1 stop36h 40m

£889

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 14/12

1 stop30h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 4/1

2 stops36h 10m

£1,018

Edinburgh TurnhouseSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 10/11

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 15/11

2 stops24h 00m

£1,086

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Deals found on 28/10

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 25 October 2024.

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco is 74 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 £535). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £735). 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 30 October 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 30 October 2024.
8.0
Very Good
8,845 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

8.0
Very Good
8,845 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,845 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.8
Good
1,352 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,845 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.7
Good
1,318 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,845 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.6
Good
667 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,845 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.4
Good
3,869 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,845 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

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.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco round-trip?

    Lufthansa, at £448, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include British Airways and KLM. You may be able to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    £579 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Aer Lingus and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from £615 and £702, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco (average of £535). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £735). 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 10 airlines flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£322Average£584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest£328Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Aer LingusCheapest£402Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest£423Average£677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£430Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£444Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£449Average£560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£449Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£471Average£622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£481Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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