Edinburgh to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to San Francisco (SFO) connect United Kingdom and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,128 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include EDI and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Edinburgh. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 8,128 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 hours
- Origin codes
- EDI
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco
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Route overview
Edinburgh to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between United Kingdom and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are EDI and SFO. Related codes: EDI → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,128 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Edinburgh airports and metro codes: EDI.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Edinburgh, other destinations from Edinburgh, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco typically take about 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Edinburgh to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Edinburgh and San Francisco is approximately 8,128 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco?
Edinburgh is commonly searched with code EDI (related: EDI). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Edinburgh to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Edinburgh. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,128 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Edinburgh to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects United Kingdom (Edinburgh) with United States (San Francisco).
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- Edinburgh airport (EDI)
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