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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R8 037

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — EDI
May 24 — May 311
1 adult
Fri 24/5
Fri 31/5

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Edinburgh?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Edinburgh from South Africa. Prices for February average R14 762 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R8 146. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 8% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Edinburgh (ZA - EDI)?

When flying from South Africa to Edinburgh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Lufthansa flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between South Africa and Edinburgh. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 548 933 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Lufthansa flights heading from South Africa to Edinburgh. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Fri 13/98:20JNB - EDI
1 stop26h 45mLufthansa
Sat 21/95:55EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R14 623
Fri 7/610:40JNB - EDI
2 stops37h 20mLufthansa
Fri 14/618:05EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R15 729
Fri 13/98:20JNB - EDI
2 stops15h 30mLufthansa
Sat 21/910:45EDI - JNB
2 stops20h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R16 383
Mon 19/817:45CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 35mLufthansa
Thu 29/818:05EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 16/5R17 362
Fri 13/98:20JNB - EDI
1 stop26h 45mLufthansa
Sat 21/910:45EDI - JNB
2 stops20h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R17 453
Fri 30/817:45CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 35mLufthansa
Sun 8/918:05EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R19 050
Tue 20/817:45CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 35mLufthansa
Mon 26/818:05EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 16/5R19 830
Fri 16/817:45CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 35mLufthansa
Mon 26/818:05EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 16/5R20 827
Sun 18/815:20CPT - EDI
2 stops21h 45mLufthansa
Sun 25/818:05EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 16/5R22 968

Cheap RwandAir flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by RwandAir for the route between South Africa and Edinburgh. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 548 933 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest RwandAir flights we've found from South Africa to Edinburgh. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 13/916:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 20mRwandAir
Sat 21/914:45EDI - JNB
3 stops23h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 18/5R17 489
Fri 31/53:10JNB - EDI
2 stops28h 20mRwandAir
Sat 8/614:45EDI - JNB
3 stops23h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 18/5R19 231
Thu 12/93:10JNB - EDI
2 stops35h 00mRwandAir
Sat 21/914:45EDI - JNB
3 stops23h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 18/5R19 358
Thu 30/53:10JNB - EDI
2 stops35h 00mRwandAir
Fri 7/614:45EDI - JNB
3 stops47h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 17/5R23 095

Cheap South Africa to Edinburgh flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to Edinburgh specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 548 933 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from South Africa to Edinburgh in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 7/610:40JNB - EDI
2 stops37h 20mLufthansa
Fri 14/618:05EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R15 729
Mon 17/615:30CPT - EDI
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/618:05EDI - CPT
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R15 856
Sat 18/519:00JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/518:45EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R16 002
Sat 1/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/65:55EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R16 655
Sat 18/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/518:45EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R17 925
Mon 17/615:30CPT - EDI
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/65:55EDI - CPT
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R18 269
Fri 7/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/618:05EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R18 306
Sat 1/623:15JNB - EDI
1 stop34h 10mKLM
Sat 8/613:15EDI - JNB
2 stops42h 25mKLM
Deal found 18/5R18 632
Fri 7/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 55mSWISS
Thu 13/63:15EDI - JNB
1 stop28h 55mSWISS
Deal found 18/5R18 886

South Africa to Edinburgh 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Edinburgh in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 548 933 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from South Africa to Edinburgh in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 13/98:20JNB - EDI
1 stop26h 45mLufthansa
Sat 21/95:55EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R14 623
Fri 7/610:40JNB - EDI
2 stops37h 20mLufthansa
Fri 14/618:05EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R15 729
Mon 17/615:30CPT - EDI
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/618:05EDI - CPT
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R15 856
Sat 18/519:00JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/518:45EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R16 002
Fri 13/98:20JNB - EDI
2 stops15h 30mLufthansa
Sat 21/910:45EDI - JNB
2 stops20h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R16 383
Sat 1/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/65:55EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R16 655
Fri 13/98:20JNB - EDI
1 stop26h 45mLufthansa
Sat 21/910:45EDI - JNB
2 stops20h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 18/5R17 453
Fri 13/916:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 20mRwandAir
Sat 21/914:45EDI - JNB
3 stops23h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 18/5R17 489
Sat 18/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/518:45EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R17 925

One-way flights to Edinburgh from South Africa

Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Edinburgh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 548 933 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from South Africa to Edinburgh. Users in need of a round-trip flight from South Africa to Edinburgh instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 21/616:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 18/5R8 037
Fri 21/616:50JNB - EDI
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R8 908
Thu 20/63:10JNB - EDI
2 stops35h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 18/5R9 724
Fri 23/817:35JNB - EDI
3 stops37h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 033
Fri 21/65:45CPT - EDI
3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R10 650
Fri 21/616:35CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R10 668
Fri 21/616:35CPT - EDI
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R10 958
Thu 20/61:15JNB - EDI
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R11 012
Fri 23/89:35JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R11 375

Find flights from South Africa to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 548 933 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.

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R14 623 - R23 839

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Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/9

1 stop26h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/9

1 stop25h 35m

R14 623

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/6

1 stop23h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 8/6

1 stop25h 35m

R16 655

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/9

2 stops21h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/9

3 stops23h 15m

R17 489

Cape Town IntlEdinburgh Turnhouse

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/8

1 stop18h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 7/9

1 stop25h 50m

R18 052

Cape Town IntlEdinburgh Turnhouse

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/8

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 27/8

1 stop18h 00m

R18 451

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/6

1 stop34h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 8/6

2 stops42h 25m

R18 632

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/6

1 stop23h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 13/6

1 stop28h 55m

R18 886

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/5

2 stops22h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/6

2 stops24h 45m

R19 104

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/6

1 stop14h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/7

1 stop16h 55m

R23 839

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Deals found on 18/5

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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 19 May 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Lufthansa, RwandAir and Qatar Airways from South Africa to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,9
Good
1 561 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

KLM
7,9
Good
1 561 reviews
KLM
7,9
Good
1 561 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

RwandAir
7,9
Good
47 reviews
KLM
7,9
Good
1 561 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

SWISS
7,8
Good
1 984 reviews
KLM
7,9
Good
1 561 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 384 reviews
KLM
7,9
Good
1 561 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Air France
7,6
Good
1 761 reviews
KLM
7,9
Good
1 561 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from South Africa?

    For a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 11,0 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Edinburgh for under R14 700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Edinburgh for under R14 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just R14 623, but on average you can expect to pay R17 961.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Edinburgh one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for RwandAir. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R8 037. Users have also found prices from R10 033 and R10 668 on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Edinburgh?

    The most popular route from South Africa to Edinburgh is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Edinburgh Turnhouse. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Port Elizabeth - Edinburgh Turnhouse.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Edinburgh?

    The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh are Air France, British Airways and KLM. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What does JNB to EDI mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a JNB to EDI flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Edinburgh flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Edinburgh with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Edinburgh flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Edinburgh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Edinburgh?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Edinburgh flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Edinburgh flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/5.

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Top 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 548 933 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
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SWISSCheapestR7 260AverageR12 478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 460AverageR16 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 551AverageR14 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 783AverageR16 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR11 895AverageR12 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 289AverageR14 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 639AverageR16 615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 658AverageR17 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 347AverageR19 577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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