$243 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh (SFO-EDI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $243 for one-way flights and $480 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 16
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$480 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$480
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $480 found 19 hours ago
Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 19
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$516 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$516
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $516 found 1 day ago
British Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 16
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$535 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$535
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $535 found 18 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$605 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$605
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $605 found 2 hours ago
Aer Lingus
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$613 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$613
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $613 found 2 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$636 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$636
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Mar 4 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Mon, Mar 9, priced at $636 found 2 hours ago
United
Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Feb 7
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$662 Roundtrip, just found
$662
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $662 just found
KLM
Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$666 Roundtrip, just found
$666
Roundtrip
just found
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $666 just found
Air France
Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$667 Roundtrip, just found
$667
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air France flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $667 just found
Delta
Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
EDI
Edinburgh
$667 Roundtrip, just found
$667
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Francisco to Edinburgh, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $667 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Edinburgh (EDI)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $604 - $1,541 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Edinburgh

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Edinburgh Airport EDI. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $1,340
EDI
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Average driving time to city center17 min
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $243 or cheap return flight from $480 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
December is the most affordable month to fly from SFO to EDI. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to scoring lower fares.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from SFO to EDI. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag a great deal.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
Direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) aren't available daily, so you'll have to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filters. Enter your travel dates and click on either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to EDI?
Friday is typically the busiest day for flights, while Tuesday tends to be the quietest.* Just remember that flight schedules can vary based on various factors, including the time of year and airline.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
To land at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) on time, choose a flight that leaves from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to EDI right before your getaway is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to EDI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SFO to EDI flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SFO to EDI flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Edinburgh
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, Icelandair, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic, WestJet
Roundtrip price
$516
Distance
5051 mi

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San Francisco to Edinburgh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Edinburgh

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Edinburgh

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Edinburgh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $243 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Edinburgh flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Edinburgh airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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