How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Scotland, such as Aberdeen or Glasgow, and flying into San Francisco, then you can expect flight times to average 13h 50m and 13h 55m, respectively.

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 68% 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.

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

British Airways and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating 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 January 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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09:25 - 17:35

EDI

SFO

16h 10m1 stop

08:45 - 06:55

SFO

EDI

15h 10m1 stop

£360United Airlines

Thu, 26 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar

08:35 - 15:00

EDI

SFO

14h 25m1 stop

21:40 - 20:55

SFO

EDI

16h 15m1 stop

£367British Airways

Thu, 26 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar

07:25 - 15:00

EDI

SFO

15h 35m1 stop

21:40 - 22:25

SFO

EDI

17h 45m1 stop

£368British Airways

Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 14 Mar

08:35 - 15:00

EDI

SFO

14h 25m1 stop

18:30 - 17:40

SFO

EDI

16h 10m1 stop

£373British Airways

Thu, 26 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

06:40 - 17:00

INV

SFO

18h 20m1 stop

12:50 - 16:00

SFO

INV

19h 10m1 stop

£478Multiple Airlines

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

17:20 - 11:50

GLA

SFO

26h 30m1 stop

13:55 - 22:10

SFO

GLA

24h 15m1 stop

£482KLM

Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb

17:20 - 11:50

GLA

SFO

26h 30m1 stop

13:55 - 22:10

SFO

GLA

24h 15m1 stop

£483KLM

Thu, 5 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb

06:00 - 13:40

GLA

SFO

14h 40m1 stop

14:35 - 12:05

SFO

GLA

14h 30m1 stop

£486Lufthansa

Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

06:05 - 11:50

GLA

SFO

13h 45m1 stop

05:45 - 08:30

SFO

GLA

18h 45m2 stops

£493Delta

Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

06:05 - 11:50

GLA

SFO

13h 45m1 stop

11:00 - 16:35

SFO

GLA

22h 35m2 stops

£495Delta

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

Scandinavian Airlines flights from Scotland to San Francisco

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Scandinavian Airlines

16 Apr

EDI10:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

36h 25m

2 stops

SFO14:40San Francisco

30 Apr

SFO16:45San Francisco

18h 10m

2 stops

EDI18:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£440

Scandinavian Airlines

16 Apr

EDI10:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

36h 25m

2 stops

SFO14:40San Francisco

30 Apr

SFO16:45San Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£458

British Airways flights from Scotland to San Francisco

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British Airways

26 Feb

EDI08:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 25m

1 stop

SFO15:00San Francisco

9 Mar

SFO21:40San Francisco

16h 15m

1 stop

EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£367

British Airways

27 Feb

EDI07:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 35m

1 stop

SFO15:00San Francisco

9 Mar

SFO18:30San Francisco

16h 40m

1 stop

EDI18:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

£368

British Airways

26 Feb

EDI08:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 25m

1 stop

SFO15:00San Francisco

12 Mar

SFO18:30San Francisco

16h 10m

1 stop

EDI17:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£373

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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 26/2

09:25-17:35

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 10/3

08:45-06:55

1 stop15h 10m

£360

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 26/2

08:35-15:00

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

21:40-20:55

1 stop16h 15m

£367

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 27/2

07:25-15:00

1 stop15h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 14/3

21:40-22:25

1 stop17h 45m

£368

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 26/2

08:35-15:00

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 12/3

18:30-17:40

1 stop16h 10m

£373

InvernessSan Francisco

INV - SFO

INVSFO

Inverness

Thu 12/2

06:40-17:00

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 16/2

12:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

£478

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Mon 19/1

17:20-11:50

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 20/2

13:55-22:10

1 stop24h 15m

£482

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Thu 5/2

17:20-11:50

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 20/2

13:55-22:10

1 stop24h 15m

£483

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Tue 10/3

06:00-13:40

1 stop14h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 24/3

14:35-12:05

1 stop14h 30m

£486

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Fri 13/2

06:05-11:50

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 22/2

05:45-08:30

2 stops18h 45m

£493

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Tue 3/3

06:05-11:50

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

11:00-16:35

2 stops22h 35m

£495

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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 Scotland, with most prices found around £439. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of February, then departing from Scotland during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £492.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 £584 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 £492 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to San Francisco flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 45m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to San Francisco takes 13h 45m

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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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 January 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

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Delta	PriceFrom £301	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,029 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £388	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,657 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £412	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,141 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £423	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,346 reviews	Search Finnair flights
KLM	PriceFrom £428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,434 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom £448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,519 reviews	Search Air France flights
Iberia	PriceFrom £457	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,076 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £468	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom £509	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,603 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £537	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,429 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights

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