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$313+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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SFO — EDI
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or October, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$676
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$313
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,002
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From San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse
One-way flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh Turnhouse
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Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/185:30 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop17h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 12/259:50 amEDI - SFO
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$890
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/181:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop18h 20mKLM
Wed 12/259:15 amEDI - SFO
1 stop34h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/17$917
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1710:35 amSFO - EDI
1 stop13h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/259:25 amEDI - SFO
2 stops22h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$921
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1611:55 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/255:50 pmEDI - SFO
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,172
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop20h 25mLufthansa
Thu 1/29:25 amEDI - SFO
1 stop19h 22mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$1,612
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/188:40 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop28h 20mIberia
Tue 1/74:10 pmEDI - SFO
2 stops40h 12mIberia
Deal found 12/17$1,962
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/266:00 amSFO - EDI
2 stops30h 50mAir France
Fri 1/36:00 amEDI - SFO
2 stops37h 50mAir France
Deal found 12/17$2,055
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop31h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/211:15 amEDI - SFO
1 stop37h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,064
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/203:50 pmSFO - EDI
1 stop16h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 12/265:45 amEDI - SFO
1 stop14h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/18$2,123
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Fri 12/2712:22 amSFO - EDI
2 stops23h 28mAer Lingus
Thu 1/29:35 amEDI - SFO
2 stops21h 51mAer Lingus
Deal found 12/17$2,478
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/215:55 amSFO - EDI
2 stops22h 40mDelta
Fri 1/35:45 amEDI - SFO
2 stops20h 57mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,914

Find flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh within your budget

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SFO - EDI

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San Francisco

Sun 3/23

6:30 pm-10:55 am

2 stops57h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/29

11:20 am-4:30 pm

2 stops60h 10m

$667

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

4:40 pm-10:10 am

3 stops33h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/18

5:00 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$676

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

5:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 1/22

8:20 am-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$746

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

6:50 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop36h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/11

4:30 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$786

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

6:30 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 3/30

8:35 am-5:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$866

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

6:38 am-7:55 am

2 stops17h 17m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/18

9:25 am-5:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$888

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

6:50 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/27

11:35 am-9:50 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$952

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

11:35 am-7:20 am

2 stops35h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 5/25

9:00 am-9:46 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$953

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

5:45 am-6:45 am

2 stops17h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/24

11:20 am-10:33 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$961

San FranciscoEdinburgh

SFO - EDI

SFOEDI

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

6:05 pm-10:06 am

2 stops32h 01m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 6/8

9:40 am-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$969

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Edinburgh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Edinburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Edinburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Edinburgh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Turkish Airlines, British Airways and United Airlines from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.7
Good
1,285 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Edinburgh is Aer Lingus. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $746 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and British Airways, starting at $786 and $884 round-trip. Aer Lingus is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $509 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include SWISS from $533 and Delta from $565 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square more than anywhere else. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $35 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Edinburgh flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$629Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$631Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$646Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$647Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$673Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$717Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$734Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$739Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$781Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$826Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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