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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,638. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.$1,310 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,310, select.

Edinburgh.$1,336 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,336, select.

Edinburgh.$1,337 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,337, select.

Edinburgh.$1,337 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,337, select.

Edinburgh.$1,339 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,339, select.

Edinburgh.$1,345 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr, returning Sat, 1 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 1 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,345, select.

Edinburgh.$1,346 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 21 Apr.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 21 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,346, select.

Edinburgh.$1,353 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,353, select.

Edinburgh.$1,415 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Aer Lingus and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,415, select.

Edinburgh.$1,424 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May, returning Thu, 13 May.Return flight with Aer Lingus and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 13 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,424, select.

Edinburgh.$1,463 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,463, select.

Edinburgh.$1,510 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,510, select.

Edinburgh.$1,570 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,570, select.

Edinburgh.$1,638 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,638, select.

Edinburgh.$1,661 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Mar, returning Sat, 17 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,661, select.

Edinburgh.$1,678 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Aug, returning Tue, 10 Aug.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 1 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 10 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,678, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in January.

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San Francisco International to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

San Francisco to Edinburgh: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,310
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Edinburgh is $1,310. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Edinburgh?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,310.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Edinburgh?

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Edinburgh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Edinburgh is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Monday, 9 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh with?

Currently, Scandinavian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

Edinburgh is eight hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between SFO and EDI:
- London Heathrow Airport
- Boston Logan International Airport
- Washington Dulles Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

$587 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,310. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to EDI, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SFO to EDI.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week before you set off.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to go to Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to EDI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to check off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.