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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh from $281

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh departing on 10/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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5:40 pm - 7:20 am
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EDI
29h 40m
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4:00 pm - 2:05 pm
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SFO
54h 05m
2 stops
$795Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 19
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11:40 am - 7:40 pm
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EDI
24h 00m
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11:55 pm - 3:22 pm
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23h 27m
2 stops
$804Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Fri, Aug 28
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5:40 pm - 7:40 pm
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EDI
18h 00m
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6:40 am - 9:55 pm
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23h 15m
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$807Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sun, Sep 13
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5:40 pm - 7:40 pm
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EDI
18h 00m
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8:05 pm - 12:20 pm
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SFO
48h 15m
2 stops
$831Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 16
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4:30 pm - 8:30 am
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EDI
32h 00m
3 stops
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5:05 pm - 2:30 pm
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29h 25m
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$833Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 9
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4:30 pm - 9:10 am
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32h 40m
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4:15 pm - 2:30 pm
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30h 15m
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$835Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 12
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4:05 pm - 5:55 pm
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17h 50m
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10:00 pm - 9:55 pm
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31h 55m
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$836Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25
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5:40 pm - 3:40 pm
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14h 00m
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10:00 pm - 12:20 pm
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46h 20m
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$837Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15
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5:40 pm - 7:10 am
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29h 30m
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11:20 am - 2:05 pm
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34h 45m
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$838Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 20
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4:45 pm - 6:05 pm
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41h 20m
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7:10 pm - 2:40 pm
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$839Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25

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WestJet flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Our best WestJet deals on San Francisco to Edinburgh flight tickets
WestJet
Aug 23
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
35h 05m
3 stops
EDI8:05 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
Aug 27
EDI11:30 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
18h 25m
2 stops
SFO9:55 pmSan Francisco
$850
WestJet
Aug 23
SFO6:05 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
3 stops
EDI8:05 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
Aug 31
EDI11:30 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
32h 30m
2 stops
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
$885
WestJet
Aug 23
SFO6:05 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
3 stops
EDI8:05 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
Aug 31
EDI11:30 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
32h 30m
3 stops
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
$887

Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on San Francisco to Edinburgh flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Aug 20
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
41h 20m
2 stops
EDI6:05 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse
Aug 25
EDI7:10 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$839
Scandinavian Airlines
Aug 28
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
33h 30m
2 stops
EDI10:15 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
Sep 9
EDI9:20 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
37h 20m
2 stops
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$859
Scandinavian Airlines
Aug 28
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
33h 30m
2 stops
EDI10:15 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
Sep 9
EDI9:20 amEdinburgh Turnhouse
37h 20m
2 stops
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$860

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Customize 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 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 18, 2026.
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SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 9/8

5:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop29h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 9/19

4:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops54h 05m

$795

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

11:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 8/28

11:55 pm-3:22 pm

2 stops23h 27m

$804
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San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 9/8

5:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 9/13

6:40 am-9:55 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$807

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

5:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/16

8:05 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops48h 15m

$831

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

4:30 pm-8:30 am

3 stops32h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

5:05 pm-2:30 pm

3 stops29h 25m

$833

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

4:30 pm-9:10 am

3 stops32h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/12

4:15 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$835

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Thu 8/20

4:05 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/25

10:00 pm-9:55 pm

3 stops31h 55m

$836

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

5:40 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/15

10:00 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops46h 20m

$837

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

5:40 pm-7:10 am

1 stop29h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 9/20

11:20 am-2:05 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$838

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Thu 8/20

4:45 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/25

7:10 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$839

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Edinburgh?

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 $744. If you aren’t able to travel to Edinburgh during the month of October, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $756.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 $975 when searching weeks out. 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 $851 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 23% 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 July 2026, prices for San Francisco to Edinburgh flights are approximately 43% cheaper 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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Fastest flight time

14h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh takes 14h 00m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Edinburgh.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh

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

    A flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse will travel around 5043.1 mi. Typically, this will take 14h 00m 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?

    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 San Francisco Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable 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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Rating
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JetBluePriceFrom $195Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,010 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $564Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,352 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $564Free CancellationRating
7.5
693 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $598Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,885 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $647Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,144 reviews
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Aer LingusPriceFrom $677Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,671 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $687Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,124 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $706Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,006 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $723Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,479 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $723Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,828 reviews
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