EDI - SFO

$419 Find Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Edinburgh to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Edinburgh to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$732
Typical prices: $1,090-$741
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Fri 6/5Sun 6/7
EDI - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$419
Typical prices: $658-$861
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Tue 6/2
EDI - SFO • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $753 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and San Francisco. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $827 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 01m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco (EDI-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Edinburgh to San Francisco

Fri, Jun 5 - Sun, Jun 7
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7:35 am - 3:50 pm
EDI
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SFO
16h 15m
1 stop
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5:40 pm - 5:00 pm
SFO
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EDI
15h 20m
1 stop
$732Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 11
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7:35 am - 3:50 pm
EDI
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SFO
16h 15m
1 stop
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5:35 pm - 9:30 pm
SFO
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EDI
19h 55m
1 stop
$734Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7
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7:10 pm - 2:40 pm
EDI
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SFO
27h 30m
1 stop
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4:45 pm - 6:25 pm
SFO
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EDI
17h 40m
1 stop
$753Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7
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7:10 pm - 2:40 pm
EDI
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SFO
27h 30m
1 stop
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4:45 pm - 6:25 pm
SFO
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EDI
17h 40m
1 stop
$755Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20
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7:10 pm - 2:40 pm
EDI
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SFO
27h 30m
1 stop
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4:45 pm - 6:25 pm
SFO
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EDI
17h 40m
1 stop
$795Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20
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7:10 pm - 2:40 pm
EDI
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SFO
27h 30m
1 stop
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4:45 pm - 4:15 pm
SFO
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EDI
15h 30m
2 stops
$802Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:15 am - 2:40 pm
EDI
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SFO
36h 25m
2 stops
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4:45 pm - 6:25 pm
SFO
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EDI
17h 40m
1 stop
$822Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Jun 5 - Sat, Jun 13
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9:15 am - 3:50 pm
EDI
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SFO
14h 35m
1 stop
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5:40 pm - 7:05 pm
SFO
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EDI
17h 25m
1 stop
$832Aer Lingus
Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 23
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5:30 pm - 2:30 pm
EDI
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SFO
29h 00m
2 stops
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4:30 pm - 12:05 am
SFO
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EDI
23h 35m
2 stops
$840Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 11
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12:15 pm - 12:09 am
EDI
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SFO
19h 54m
2 stops
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5:35 pm - 9:30 pm
SFO
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EDI
19h 55m
1 stop
$844Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Edinburgh to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco departing in June.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost $680 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $981 and $946 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$419
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco

  • What is the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco was $419 for a one-way ticket and $732 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Edinburgh and San Francisco?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Edinburgh and on arrival in San Francisco.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Edinburgh and San Francisco.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco, Aer Lingus or British Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco are Aer Lingus and British Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,246 and an overall rating of 7.3, Aer Lingus is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,079 and an overall rating of 6.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Edinburgh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline. Booking your flights between Edinburgh and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Edinburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Edinburgh to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Edinburgh to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Aer LingusOverall score based on 1551 reviews
7.2Comfort
6.6Food
7.0Entertainment
7.4Boarding
8.1Crew
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I sat in the first row behind first class. There was plenty of legroom. The entertainment was great. I saw two excellent movies and one episode of a sitcom. Also enjoyed the flight tracker.

10.0 ExcellentAnthon, Apr 2026
DUB - BOS
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I sat in the first row behind first class. There was plenty of legroom. The entertainment was great. I saw two excellent movies and one episode of a sitcom. Also enjoyed the flight tracker.

OK overall. Flight was delayed Crew on flight was good

On time, only a little turbulence, very competent and caring attendants. Clear information.

Late late late. Delayed and arrived an hour late for a 1 hour 45 minute connection. Every time. Poor record for this company. I try to fly any other carrier first.

The flights are literally always delayed arriving, boarding and taking off so they are always late for the connection. I planned ahead so I was okay but many others aren't. The food was terrible. The staff was very pleasant. I appreciate boarding back to front.

The crew was friendly. The plane was comfortable. In-flight wifi didn't work well at all. The ride was quite turbulent but understandable given the weather.

My issue is with the SkyWest terminal. The flight was not listed on the main airport flight screen list, and I had to do a Google search to locate the terminal and gate. We had to ask several airport employees where to locate the phantom gate. The airport did not provide adequate signage and was confusing. When we arrived, there was one vendor providing services that quickly closed, leaving zero options for food and drink while we waited hours for our delayed flight. The crew that assisted with check-in and boarding was VERY friendly.

Economy seats a bit small but other than that it was all good.

No complimentary drinks or snacks offered on a 2 hour flight was disappointing but everything else went well

All aspects were excellent - it helped that the flight was only 2/3 full and I had no one sitting in my row. The Pre-check (US Passport Control and Customs) in Dublin made everything so easy when we arrived in Chicago.

The crew has always been great on BA. They are very friendly and accommodating. I like that they have vegetarian options already in the menu. And the free wine is a nice perk.) I noticed (both directions of my trip) minor upgrades/ replacements needed on the plane itself (touch screen didn't work with touch; bathroom light didn't go on). However, this is one of my favorite airlines.

There was a delay for the San Francisco-London flight, but we were all informed via text and email. The staff was very friendly and nice and the food was good. I do recommend that the airline offer something without eggs or something vegan for the vegetarian meal option. A lot of Indians are lacto-vegetarian, while some could be allergic to eggs/dairy.

Crew were nice, food was good. Boarding was horrendous. We were driven around the airport in a bus forced to climb a long flight of very steep stairs with no adequate handrails to board the plane . In many many years of flying to the US I have never been required to do this . There was no assistance for those needing help getting up the stairs to the plane. A fellow passenger helped me. No idea how other elderly, physically limited passengers or those with young children managed . It was a full flight with crowds trying to get up the stairs. It was an accident waiting to happen.

Horrible, the plane is just old and junky...Filthy restroom, seat was as hard as rock. The food, mystery side dish, inedible..geez..just Horrible. Never flying BA again

the service on Business class should be improved to be at par with industry leaders like Cathay Pacific and Singapore AIrlines. A lot of room for improvement.

The crew on the flight were not particularly pleasant and fluid restriction was an issue. I was not allowed to fill my water bottle. Crew didn't check on passengers other than meal service.

Entertainment system didn't work well. Also no new movies and limited choice of other programmes. . And only one USB A charger option. Most modern electronic items needs USB C. Planes should offer both

Entertainment devices on A380 need to be fixed, the seats might do with updates.

Check-in and boarding were great. On flight staff were rude and disrespectful. Paid for extra room and found it incredibly cramped. Bathrooms kept in poor condition. Overall negative experience.

Audi visual not working for a whole group of seats in first class. How does a plane leave the main hub in such poor condition? How much that we can’t see so immediately is also compromised?

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