How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Scotland, such as Glasgow or Edinburgh, and flying into San Francisco, then you can expect flight times to average 14h 15m and 15h 30m, respectively.

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

British Airways, WestJet, and Finnair are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to San Francisco

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Scotland according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.

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

As of July 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to San Francisco Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to San Francisco Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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19:10 - 15:50

EDI

SFO

27h 40m

1 stop

16:45 - 18:25

SFO

EDI

17h 40m

1 stop

£494Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov

19:10 - 15:50

EDI

SFO

27h 40m

1 stop

16:45 - 18:25

SFO

EDI

17h 40m

1 stop

£522Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

15:55 - 14:40

GLA

SFO

30h 45m

2 stops

16:45 - 21:15

SFO

GLA

20h 30m

2 stops

£572Multiple Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

06:25 - 13:50

GLA

SFO

15h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 15:35

SFO

GLA

15h 00m

1 stop

£599British Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

07:00 - 13:50

GLA

SFO

14h 50m

1 stop

16:35 - 14:50

SFO

GLA

14h 15m

1 stop

£601British Airways

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

06:00 - 11:45

GLA

SFO

13h 45m

1 stop

14:15 - 16:10

SFO

GLA

17h 55m

2 stops

£612Air France

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

06:00 - 11:45

GLA

SFO

13h 45m

1 stop

13:45 - 23:10

SFO

GLA

25h 25m

1 stop

£614Air France

Fri, 18 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

16:55 - 11:45

GLA

SFO

26h 50m

1 stop

13:45 - 23:10

SFO

GLA

25h 25m

1 stop

£616KLM

Thu, 17 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

13:35 - 14:40

GLA

SFO

33h 05m

3 stops

16:45 - 21:20

SFO

GLA

20h 35m

2 stops

£618Multiple Airlines

Mon, 24 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug

17:20 - 16:56

ABZ

SFO

55h 36m

2 stops

10:40 - 12:20

SFO

ABZ

17h 40m

2 stops

£793KLM

Mon, 3 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Scotland to San Francisco

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Scandinavian Airlines

26 Oct

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 40m

1 stop

SFO15:50San Francisco

9 Nov

SFO16:45San Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£494

Scandinavian Airlines

27 Oct

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 40m

1 stop

SFO15:50San Francisco

10 Nov

SFO16:45San Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£531

Scandinavian Airlines

28 Sept

EDI19:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 30m

1 stop

SFO14:40San Francisco

20 Oct

SFO16:45San Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£536

Delta flights from Scotland to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on Scotland to San Francisco flight tickets

Delta

30 Oct

EDI05:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 05m

1 stop

SFO12:45San Francisco

12 Nov

SFO06:15San Francisco

20h 15m

2 stops

EDI10:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

£623

Delta

1 Oct

EDI05:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 56m

2 stops

SFO19:41San Francisco

7 Nov

SFO06:00San Francisco

20h 30m

2 stops

EDI10:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

£627

Delta

1 Oct

EDI05:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 13m

2 stops

SFO16:58San Francisco

7 Nov

SFO06:00San Francisco

20h 30m

2 stops

EDI10:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

£628

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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 26/10

19:10-15:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 9/11

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£494

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 31/10

19:10-15:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£522

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Wed 16/9

15:55-14:40

2 stops30h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

16:45-21:15

2 stops20h 30m

£572

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Wed 16/9

06:25-13:50

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

16:35-15:35

1 stop15h 00m

£599

Fastest return journey

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Thu 10/9

07:00-13:50

1 stop14h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 28/9

16:35-14:50

1 stop14h 15m

£601

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Thu 10/9

06:00-11:45

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 28/9

14:15-16:10

2 stops17h 55m

£612

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Fri 18/9

06:00-11:45

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 9/10

13:45-23:10

1 stop25h 25m

£614

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Thu 17/9

16:55-11:45

1 stop26h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 9/10

13:45-23:10

1 stop25h 25m

£616

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Mon 24/8

13:35-14:40

3 stops33h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 30/8

16:45-21:20

2 stops20h 35m

£618

AberdeenSan Francisco

ABZ - SFO

ABZSFO

Aberdeen Dyce

Mon 3/8

17:20-16:56

2 stops55h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 12/8

10:40-12:20

2 stops17h 40m

£793

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Scotland, with most prices found around £36. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of April, then departing from Scotland during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £148.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £648 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 Scotland for as low as £556 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to San Francisco flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 15m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to San Francisco takes 14h 15m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Scotland to San Francisco

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Scotland to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to San Francisco Airport?
As of July 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to San Francisco Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to San Francisco

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Scotland to San Francisco with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Iberia	PriceFrom £172	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,250 reviews	Search Iberia flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £424	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,095 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £449	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,765 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £450	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,533 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom £458	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,618 reviews	Search Air France flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,862 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £484	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,108 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £484	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 691 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom £509	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,293 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £512	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,931 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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