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R6 448+ Cheap flights to Edinburgh

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Edinburgh in 2025

Find the latest flights to Edinburgh in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 12 novembre 2025.

Return from

R12 261

One-way from

R6 448

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 101
KLM
  • KLM
  • 7/2-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 41m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R1 258 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R154 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 novembre 2025.

ven. 21/1123:59JNB - EDI
1 stop25h 11mKLM
dim. 30/1120:30EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 35mKLM
Deal found 10/11R12 295
ven. 14/1119:35JNB - EDI
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
ven. 21/1117:30EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/11R12 501
mar. 11/1110:10JNB - EDI
2 stops27h 50mLufthansa
mar. 18/1112:45EDI - JNB
1 stop18h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 10/11R12 638
mer. 24/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 46mKLM
mer. 31/125:50EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 15mKLM
Deal found 9/11R13 307
jeu. 18/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 46mKLM
jeu. 15/111:00EDI - JNB
1 stop33h 05mKLM
Deal found 10/11R13 667
mer. 17/1219:35JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
mer. 14/17:50EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/11R13 701
mar. 11/1119:20JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 25mKLM
mar. 18/1113:30EDI - JNB
2 stops20h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/11R13 821
ven. 14/1116:50JNB - EDI
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
ven. 21/119:25EDI - JNB
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11R14 130

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sam. 7/2

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

sam. 14/2

13:30-22:05

1 stop30h 35m

R12 261

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven. 21/11

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

dim. 30/11

5:45-22:05

1 stop14h 20m

R12 295

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer. 4/2

23:59-10:10

1 stop36h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

mer. 4/3

17:00-22:05

1 stop27h 05m

R12 364

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven. 6/2

11:40-12:20

2 stops26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

mar. 10/2

12:45-9:30

1 stop18h 45m

R13 101

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer. 4/2

11:40-12:00

2 stops26h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

mer. 4/3

12:45-16:15

2 stops25h 30m

R13 667

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer. 17/12

19:35-7:45

1 stop14h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

mer. 14/1

7:50-10:25

1 stop24h 35m

R13 701

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 20/4

13:55-13:40

1 stop24h 45m

R6 465

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 20/4

8:45-9:30

2 stops25h 45m

R7 271

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 20/4

12:10-19:40

2 stops32h 30m

R7 648

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sam. 18/4

1:15-8:35

2 stops32h 20m

R7 768

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Best time to book a flight to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Edinburgh

When is the best time to book a flight to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Edinburgh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 9 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Edinburgh?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh takes 14 hours 46 minutes. Flights to Edinburgh from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Edinburgh should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Edinburgh?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh are Qatar Airways, British Airways and KLM.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 298
British Airways
British Airways
From R11 356
KLM
KLM
From R10 108
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R7 880

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Edinburgh?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh are SWISS, Lufthansa and KLM.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 12 novembre 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to the United Kingdom. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 660 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 041 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 565 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 511 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

FAQs about flying to Edinburgh

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

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 11,0 km from the centre of Edinburgh.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Edinburgh if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Edinburgh on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Edinburgh?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Edinburgh.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh. One-way flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse typically cost R462, while return flights cost around R829.

  • How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?

    A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around R1 162, however they can be found for as little as R829.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Edinburgh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Edinburgh, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 46 minutes).

  • Does Edinburgh Turnhouse have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Edinburgh Turnhouse can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    Yes. Edinburgh Turnhouse has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Carlowrie Castle is the closest property to Edinburgh Turnhouse (0,0 km away from Edinburgh Turnhouse).

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