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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco from £262

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SFO
9 Feb — 16 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday 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 4 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£474

One-way from

£262

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£496
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 23/2-2/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 05m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
16/4
  • 16/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 08m total
  • Edinburgh to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£70 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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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 4 February 2025.

Sun 23/220:25EDI - SFO
1 stop26h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 2/317:30SFO - EDI
1 stop15h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/2£474
Tue 11/305:45EDI - SFO
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/316:25SFO - EDI
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2£542
Tue 11/305:45EDI - SFO
2 stops22h 04mDelta
Tue 18/307:25SFO - EDI
2 stops20h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/2£554
Mon 8/911:35EDI - SFO
2 stops29h 48mFinnair
Thu 25/916:35SFO - EDI
1 stop16h 05mFinnair
Deal found 3/2£556
Mon 24/205:45EDI - SFO
2 stops22h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 3/309:21SFO - EDI
2 stops17h 14mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/2£570
Mon 21/410:40EDI - SFO
2 stops18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/522:20SFO - EDI
2 stops16h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2£592
Tue 3/609:00EDI - SFO
1 stop19h 47mLufthansa
Tue 17/616:25SFO - EDI
1 stop30h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 3/2£600
Tue 11/308:25EDI - SFO
3 stops21h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/305:15SFO - EDI
2 stops18h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2£625
Fri 14/311:15EDI - SFO
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 21/319:50SFO - EDI
1 stop36h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2£687
Tue 15/705:50EDI - SFO
1 stop19h 35mIberia
Tue 29/719:20SFO - EDI
1 stop13h 05mIberia
Deal found 3/2£698
Mon 7/419:45EDI - SFO
2 stops52h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 18/419:40SFO - EDI
2 stops31h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/2£735
Mon 3/308:20EDI - SFO
1 stop15h 10mAer Lingus
Sun 9/300:15SFO - EDI
2 stops24h 35mAer Lingus
Deal found 3/2£835

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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 23/2

20:25-15:00

1 stop26h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 2/3

17:30-17:00

1 stop15h 30m

£474

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/3

05:45-12:50

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 18/3

16:25-20:50

1 stop21h 25m

£542

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/3

05:45-20:49

2 stops22h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 18/3

07:25-10:35

2 stops20h 10m

£554

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/2

05:45-19:50

2 stops22h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

15:25-20:50

1 stop21h 25m

£570

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/3

09:50-18:45

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

13:20-17:00

2 stops20h 40m

£581

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/4

10:40-21:14

2 stops18h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 12/5

22:20-22:40

2 stops16h 20m

£592

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/6

09:00-20:47

1 stop19h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 17/6

16:25-07:20

1 stop30h 55m

£600

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/3

08:25-22:51

3 stops21h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 18/3

05:15-06:55

2 stops18h 40m

£625

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/3

11:15-12:05

1 stop31h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 21/3

19:50-15:30

1 stop36h 40m

£687

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/7

05:50-17:25

1 stop19h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 29/7

19:20-16:25

1 stop13h 05m

£698

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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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 31 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco is 8 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 £538). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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 4 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% 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 4 February 2025.

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very Good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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?

    British Airways, at £474, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Delta and Virgin Atlantic. 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?

    £463 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aer Lingus. You may also be able to find cheap deals on WestJet and British Airways, with prices starting from £508 and £625, 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 £538). Flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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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IberiaCheapest£431Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£461Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£476Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£486Average£672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest£498Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£506Average£693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest£511Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£526Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Aer LingusCheapest£558Average£766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest£573Average£656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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