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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh from £186

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14:40 - 22:45SFO-EDI
24h 05m1 stop
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06:00 - 12:40EDI-SFO
14h 40m1 stop
£449Lufthansa
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Mon, 1 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
United Airlines Logo
06:07 - 07:55SFO-EDI
17h 48m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
09:25 - 17:34EDI-SFO
16h 09m1 stop
£455United Airlines
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Sun, 7 Dec - Wed, 14 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 09:45SFO-EDI
18h 45m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 11:50EDI-SFO
26h 50m1 stop
£458Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 7 Dec - Mon, 12 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 21:35SFO-EDI
21h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 11:50EDI-SFO
26h 50m1 stop
£461Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 9 Dec - Mon, 12 Jan
Finnair Logo
17:30 - 17:05SFO-EDI
15h 35m1 stop
Finnair Logo
06:05 - 15:00EDI-SFO
16h 55m1 stop
£462Finnair
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Wed, 18 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
Aer Lingus Logo
17:20 - 14:45SFO-EDI
13h 25m1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
08:20 - 15:35EDI-SFO
15h 15m1 stop
£463Aer Lingus
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Mon, 1 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Delta Logo
07:15 - 09:45SFO-EDI
18h 30m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:00 - 11:50EDI-SFO
32h 50m1 stop
£464Delta
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Sun, 7 Dec - Mon, 12 Jan
KLM Logo
13:55 - 16:05SFO-EDI
18h 10m1 stop
KLM Logo
17:00 - 11:50EDI-SFO
26h 50m1 stop
£465KLM
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Wed, 3 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec
United Airlines Logo
20:55 - 10:30SFO-EDI
29h 35m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:30 - 22:55EDI-SFO
18h 25m2 stops
£465United Airlines
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Mon, 1 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
United Airlines Logo
20:55 - 10:30SFO-EDI
29h 35m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:30 - 08:02EDI-SFO
27h 32m2 stops
£466United Airlines
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Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Francisco to Edinburgh flight tickets
Lufthansa
1 Dec
SFO14:40San Francisco
24h 05m
1 stop
EDI22:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
11 Dec
EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 40m
1 stop
SFO12:40San Francisco
£449
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Lufthansa
1 Dec
SFO21:40San Francisco
17h 05m
2 stops
EDI22:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
11 Dec
EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 01m
2 stops
SFO21:01San Francisco
£502
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Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

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Scandinavian Airlines
4 May
SFO16:45San Francisco
31h 50m
2 stops
EDI08:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
19 May
EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO14:40San Francisco
£479
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Scandinavian Airlines
30 Apr
SFO16:45San Francisco
41h 20m
2 stops
EDI18:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
9 May
EDI18:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 50m
2 stops
SFO14:40San Francisco
£484
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Scandinavian Airlines
25 Apr
SFO16:45San Francisco
32h 45m
2 stops
EDI09:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
3 May
EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO14:40San Francisco
£506
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 13 November 2025.
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San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

14:40-22:45

1 stop24h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/12

06:00-12:40

1 stop14h 40m

£449

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

06:07-07:55

2 stops17h 48m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 14/1

09:25-17:34

1 stop16h 09m

£455

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

07:00-09:45

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/1

17:00-11:50

1 stop26h 50m

£458

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 9/12

15:40-21:35

1 stop21h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/1

17:00-11:50

1 stop26h 50m

£461

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 18/2

17:30-17:05

1 stop15h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/2

06:05-15:00

1 stop16h 55m

£462

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

17:20-14:45

1 stop13h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/12

08:20-15:35

1 stop15h 15m

£463

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

07:15-09:45

2 stops18h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/1

11:00-11:50

1 stop32h 50m

£464

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

13:55-16:05

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/12

17:00-11:50

1 stop26h 50m

£465

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

20:55-10:30

2 stops29h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/12

12:30-22:55

2 stops18h 25m

£465

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 24/11

20:55-10:30

2 stops29h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/12

12:30-08:02

2 stops27h 32m

£466

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh from San Francisco, with most prices found around £585. If you don’t want to visit Edinburgh in October, then you should wait until January to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £612.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Edinburgh is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as £569. Flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around £935. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Edinburgh is in the evening. Flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh during this time can be as low as £609. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £966. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Edinburgh from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Edinburgh for around £724 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Edinburgh from San Francisco for as low as £653 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Edinburgh flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Edinburgh flight.

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

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Edinburgh flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

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

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  • How far is San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse by plane?

    A flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse will travel around 5042.8 mi. Typically, this will take 13h 10m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport refresh daily.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh

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British AirwaysPriceFrom £526Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,515 reviews
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Edinburgh from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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