San Francisco to Edinburgh Flights
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Edinburgh (EDI) connect United States and United Kingdom. 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 SFO, OAK, SJC and EDI. The reverse route is Edinburgh to San Francisco. 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
- San Francisco, United States
- Destination
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Distance
- 8,128 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 hours
- Origin codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Destination codes
- EDI
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh
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Route overview
San Francisco to Edinburgh is a city-pair air route between United States and United Kingdom. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SFO and EDI. Related codes: SFO, OAK, SJC → EDI.
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
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Edinburgh airports and metro codes: EDI.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Edinburgh to San Francisco, other destinations from San Francisco, and other origins into Edinburgh.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh typically take about 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco and Edinburgh is approximately 8,128 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC). Edinburgh is commonly searched with code EDI (related: EDI).
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Edinburgh?
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 Edinburgh to San Francisco?
The reverse city pair is Edinburgh to San Francisco. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,128 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Francisco to Edinburgh route connect?
This route connects United States (San Francisco) with United Kingdom (Edinburgh).
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