Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 50m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

Philadelphia (PHL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 41m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Edinburgh and San Francisco?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 24% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Edinburgh according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

Flights via Copenhagen (CPH) offer the lowest average return price of £671.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco?

British Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport is 11 as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

£323 Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco in 2026/27

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19:10 - 14:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

27h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

16:45 - 18:25SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

£510Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan

19:10 - 14:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

27h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

16:45 - 18:25SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

£526Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 16 Jan

06:00 - 15:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

17h 35m1 stop Dublin

17:20 - 22:30SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 10m1 stop Dublin

£590Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan

06:05 - 15:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

17h 30m1 stop Dublin

17:20 - 22:30SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 10m1 stop Dublin

£594Multiple Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:25 - 14:55EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

20:35 - 20:40SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

£605British Airways

Fri, 18 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan

08:25 - 14:55EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

17:25 - 17:40SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

£605British Airways

Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan

05:40 - 11:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

13:50 - 16:05SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

£654KLM

Sat, 26 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan

05:40 - 11:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

09:00 - 10:10SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

£654KLM

Sat, 26 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan

05:40 - 11:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

06:00 - 10:30SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

20h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

£670Delta

Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 16 Jan

05:40 - 11:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-SFO San Francisco

14h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

09:00 - 10:30SFO San Francisco-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£672Delta

Mon, 14 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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Scandinavian Airlines

11 Dec

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 40m

1 stop

SFO14:50San Francisco

23 Jan

SFO16:45San Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£510

Scandinavian Airlines

12 Feb

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 40m

1 stop

SFO14:50San Francisco

20 Feb

SFO16:45San Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£529

Scandinavian Airlines

13 Dec

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 40m

1 stop

SFO14:50San Francisco

16 Jan

SFO16:45San Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£533

Delta flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on Edinburgh to San Francisco flight tickets

Delta

13 Dec

EDI05:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 05m

1 stop

SFO11:45San Francisco

16 Jan

SFO06:00San Francisco

20h 30m

2 stops

EDI10:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

£668

Delta

13 Dec

EDI05:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 05m

1 stop

SFO11:45San Francisco

16 Jan

SFO06:00San Francisco

20h 30m

2 stops

EDI10:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

£670

Delta

20 Nov

EDI05:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 05m

1 stop

SFO11:45San Francisco

23 Nov

SFO07:00San Francisco

19h 30m

2 stops

EDI10:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

£699

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 11/12

19:10-14:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 23/1

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£510

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/12

19:10-14:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 16/1

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£526

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 26/12

06:00-15:35

1 stop17h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 11/1

17:20-22:30

1 stop21h 10m

£590

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/11

06:05-15:35

1 stop17h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 23/11

17:20-22:30

1 stop21h 10m

£594

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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/12

08:25-14:55

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 23/1

20:35-20:40

1 stop16h 05m

£605

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/12

08:25-14:55

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 21/1

17:25-17:40

1 stop16h 15m

£605

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 26/12

05:40-11:45

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 11/1

13:50-16:05

1 stop18h 15m

£654

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 26/12

05:40-11:45

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 11/1

09:00-10:10

2 stops17h 10m

£654

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/12

05:40-11:45

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 16/1

06:00-10:30

2 stops20h 30m

£670

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - SFO San Francisco

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 14/12

05:40-11:45

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 9/1

09:00-10:30

2 stops17h 30m

£672

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and San Francisco?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £672 to £818.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £510.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Edinburgh, with most prices found around £607. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of February, then departing from Edinburgh during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £614.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £703 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Edinburgh for as low as £564 on momondo.

How have Edinburgh to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2026, prices for Edinburgh to San Francisco flights are approximately 5% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	£323
Fastest flight time	14h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Edinburgh in the past 72 hours is £323. The best return flight deal from Edinburgh to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £510.

The fastest flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco takes 14h 05m

There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to San Francisco.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco

How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco by plane?
San Francisco is 5043.1 mi away from Edinburgh Turnhouse. 14h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport is 11 as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Edinburgh and San Francisco, the leading airline is British Airways, making up 36% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Aer Lingus with 25%, Lufthansa with 8%, and Scandinavian Airlines with 6%.

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £185	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 698 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Delta	PriceFrom £403	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,699 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £449	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,228 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £467	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,286 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £476	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,025 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £483	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,292 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom £508	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,595 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £511	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,471 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Iberia	PriceFrom £528	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,231 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £589	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,883 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights

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