How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Scotland, such as Glasgow or Aberdeen, and flying into San Francisco, then you can expect flight times to average 16h and 16h 35m, respectively.

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

JetBlue, British Airways, and Aer Lingus 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 54% 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 May 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 - 14:40

EDI

SFO

27h 30m

1 stop

16:45 - 18:25

SFO

EDI

17h 40m

1 stop

£520Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, 11 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

19:10 - 14:50

EDI

SFO

27h 40m

1 stop

16:45 - 18:25

SFO

EDI

17h 40m

1 stop

£526Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

11:30 - 20:59

EDI

SFO

17h 29m

1 stop

08:00 - 09:20

SFO

EDI

17h 20m

1 stop

£535JetBlue

Thu, 25 Jun - Thu, 23 Jul

09:25 - 15:50

GLA

SFO

14h 25m

1 stop

17:35 - 20:15

SFO

GLA

18h 40m

1 stop

£535Multiple Airlines

Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun

09:25 - 15:50

GLA

SFO

14h 25m

1 stop

17:35 - 20:15

SFO

GLA

18h 40m

1 stop

£536Multiple Airlines

Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun

11:30 - 22:38

EDI

SFO

19h 08m

1 stop

08:00 - 09:20

SFO

EDI

17h 20m

1 stop

£539JetBlue

Thu, 25 Jun - Thu, 23 Jul

14:00 - 22:59

GLA

SFO

16h 59m

1 stop

08:15 - 10:10

SFO

GLA

17h 55m

1 stop

£556United Airlines

Sat, 27 Jun - Tue, 28 Jul

14:00 - 22:59

GLA

SFO

16h 59m

1 stop

12:35 - 10:10

SFO

GLA

13h 35m

1 stop

£557United Airlines

Thu, 25 Jun - Thu, 23 Jul

19:10 - 14:40

EDI

SFO

27h 30m

1 stop

16:45 - 09:30

SFO

EDI

32h 45m

2 stops

£560Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

14:00 - 12:14

GLA

SFO

30h 14m

1 stop

08:50 - 10:10

SFO

GLA

17h 20m

2 stops

£692Lufthansa

Mon, 29 Jun - Wed, 29 Jul

Aer Lingus flights from Scotland to San Francisco

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Aer Lingus

24 Jun

GLA08:35Glasgow Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

SFO15:55San Francisco

29 Jun

SFO17:35San Francisco

13h 50m

1 stop

GLA15:25Glasgow Intl

£718

Aer Lingus

8 Jun

GLA08:35Glasgow Intl

15h 15m

1 stop

SFO15:50San Francisco

22 Jul

SFO17:40San Francisco

13h 45m

1 stop

GLA15:25Glasgow Intl

£734

Aer Lingus

1 Jul

GLA08:35Glasgow Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

SFO15:55San Francisco

31 Jul

SFO17:35San Francisco

19h 05m

1 stop

GLA20:40Glasgow Intl

£756

British Airways flights from Scotland to San Francisco

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British Airways

15 Jun

GLA13:25Glasgow Intl

28h 02m

2 stops

SFO09:27San Francisco

22 Jun

SFO14:14San Francisco

17h 56m

2 stops

GLA16:10Glasgow Intl

£689

British Airways

12 Nov

ABZ10:10Aberdeen Dyce

16h 35m

1 stop

SFO18:45San Francisco

16 Nov

SFO13:11San Francisco

19h 24m

2 stops

ABZ16:35Aberdeen Dyce

£710

British Airways

12 Nov

GLA05:55Glasgow Intl

17h 05m

1 stop

SFO15:00San Francisco

16 Nov

SFO20:40San Francisco

15h 45m

1 stop

GLA20:25Glasgow Intl

£711

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EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/10

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 21/10

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£520

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/11

19:10-14:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 16/11

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£526

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/6

11:30-20:59

1 stop17h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 23/7

08:00-09:20

1 stop17h 20m

£535

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Mon 8/6

09:25-15:50

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 22/6

17:35-20:15

1 stop18h 40m

£535

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Mon 8/6

09:25-15:50

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 22/6

17:35-20:15

1 stop18h 40m

£536

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/6

11:30-22:38

1 stop19h 08m

San Francisco

Thu 23/7

08:00-09:20

1 stop17h 20m

£539

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Sat 27/6

14:00-22:59

1 stop16h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 28/7

08:15-10:10

1 stop17h 55m

£556

Fastest return journey

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Thu 25/6

14:00-22:59

1 stop16h 59m

San Francisco

Thu 23/7

12:35-10:10

1 stop13h 35m

£557

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

19:10-14:40

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 11/10

16:45-09:30

2 stops32h 45m

£560

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Mon 29/6

14:00-12:14

1 stop30h 14m

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

08:50-10:10

2 stops17h 20m

£692

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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 £147.

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 £626 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 £520 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to San Francisco flight.

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The fastest flight from Scotland to San Francisco takes 16h 00m

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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 May 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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Iberia	PriceFrom £170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,222 reviews	Search Iberia flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £421	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,995 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom £428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,519 reviews	Search KLM flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £429	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,639 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom £451	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,591 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £468	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 689 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £472	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,784 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £480	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,023 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom £505	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,078 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £509	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,752 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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