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 12 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

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

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

British Airways is the most popular carrier 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 December 2025, there are 12 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 - 14:40

EDI

SFO

27h 30m1 stop

16:45 - 18:25

SFO

EDI

17h 40m1 stop

£435Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Sun, 17 May

06:00 - 07:31

EDI

SFO

33h 31m2 stops

18:20 - 14:45

SFO

EDI

13h 25m1 stop

£478Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

06:15 - 15:00

ABZ

SFO

16h 45m1 stop

12:05 - 12:30

SFO

ABZ

16h 25m2 stops

£483British Airways

Mon, 16 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

20:15 - 14:40

EDI

SFO

26h 25m2 stops

16:45 - 18:55

SFO

EDI

18h 10m2 stops

£484Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, 30 Apr - Thu, 7 May

09:00 - 15:00

ABZ

SFO

14h 00m1 stop

17:30 - 16:15

SFO

ABZ

14h 45m1 stop

£486British Airways

Fri, 16 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan

12:45 - 20:10

EDI

SFO

15h 25m1 stop

13:35 - 12:00

SFO

EDI

14h 25m1 stop

£499Lufthansa

Fri, 16 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan

09:00 - 15:00

ABZ

SFO

14h 00m1 stop

17:30 - 18:20

SFO

ABZ

16h 50m1 stop

£504American Airlines

Sat, 31 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

10:50 - 22:34

ABZ

SFO

19h 44m2 stops

15:50 - 18:20

SFO

ABZ

18h 30m2 stops

£508American Airlines

Sat, 31 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

12:50 - 20:10

GLA

SFO

15h 20m1 stop

18:50 - 23:10

SFO

GLA

20h 20m1 stop

£521Lufthansa

Thu, 26 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

10:40 - 23:25

GLA

SFO

20h 45m2 stops

07:10 - 09:55

SFO

GLA

18h 45m2 stops

£555Delta

Wed, 11 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

Lufthansa flights from Scotland to San Francisco

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Lufthansa

16 Jan

EDI12:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 25m

1 stop

SFO20:10San Francisco

22 Jan

SFO13:35San Francisco

14h 25m

1 stop

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£499

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Lufthansa

27 Feb

EDI09:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

30h 13m

2 stops

SFO07:38San Francisco

10 Mar

SFO18:40San Francisco

29h 15m

2 stops

EDI06:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£501

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Lufthansa

25 Mar

EDI11:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

29h 00m

1 stop

SFO09:30San Francisco

8 Apr

SFO14:20San Francisco

36h 15m

1 stop

EDI10:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£502

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British Airways flights from Scotland to San Francisco

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British Airways

11 Feb

GLA05:55Glasgow Intl

17h 05m

1 stop

SFO15:00San Francisco

16 Feb

SFO20:40San Francisco

16h 45m

1 stop

GLA21:25Glasgow Intl

£503

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British Airways

21 Jan

INV10:30Inverness

36h 30m

1 stop

SFO15:00San Francisco

25 Jan

SFO20:40San Francisco

14h 20m

1 stop

INV19:00Inverness

£524

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British Airways

5 Mar

EDI10:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

20h 45m

2 stops

SFO23:05San Francisco

18 Mar

SFO06:24San Francisco

20h 06m

2 stops

EDI09:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

£529

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EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 17/5

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£435

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

06:00-07:31

2 stops33h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

18:20-14:45

1 stop13h 25m

£478

AberdeenSan Francisco

ABZ - SFO

ABZSFO

Aberdeen Dyce

Mon 16/2

06:15-15:00

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 24/2

12:05-12:30

2 stops16h 25m

£483

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/4

20:15-14:40

2 stops26h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 7/5

16:45-18:55

2 stops18h 10m

£484

AberdeenSan Francisco

ABZ - SFO

ABZSFO

Aberdeen Dyce

Fri 16/1

09:00-15:00

1 stop14h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

17:30-16:15

1 stop14h 45m

£486

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/1

12:45-20:10

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

13:35-12:00

1 stop14h 25m

£499

AberdeenSan Francisco

ABZ - SFO

ABZSFO

Aberdeen Dyce

Sat 31/1

09:00-15:00

1 stop14h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

17:30-18:20

1 stop16h 50m

£504

AberdeenSan Francisco

ABZ - SFO

ABZSFO

Aberdeen Dyce

Sat 31/1

10:50-22:34

2 stops19h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

15:50-18:20

2 stops18h 30m

£508

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Thu 26/2

12:50-20:10

1 stop15h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 1/3

18:50-23:10

1 stop20h 20m

£521

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/2

10:40-23:25

2 stops20h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 16/2

07:10-09:55

2 stops18h 45m

£555

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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 £459. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of February, then departing from Scotland during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £493.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £538. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Scotland to San Francisco on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around £661. 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 San Francisco?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the morning. Flights from Scotland to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £576. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around £666. 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 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 £587 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 £490 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 69% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to San Francisco flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 00m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to San Francisco takes 14h 00m

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 December 2025, there are 12 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Iberia	PriceFrom £171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,040 reviews	Search Iberia flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £391	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,562 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom £413	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,502 reviews	Search Air France flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £415	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,065 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £426	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,334 reviews	Search Finnair flights
KLM	PriceFrom £431	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,430 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £472	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 675 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom £512	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,500 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £527	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,613 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom £542	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,899 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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