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R8 381+ 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 29/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— EDI
Dec 26 — Jan 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 26 November 2025.

Return from

R12 917

One-way from

R8 381

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 210
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 26/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 29/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R1 245 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R151 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 26 November 2025.

Wed 17/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 06mKLM
Wed 14/15:50EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 15mKLM
Deal found 25/11R13 814
Thu 18/1219:35JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 31/126:25EDI - JNB
1 stop26h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/11R14 262
Wed 17/1217:00JNB - EDI
2 stops32h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 14/15:50EDI - JNB
2 stops32h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/11R15 210
Mon 15/1212:05JNB - EDI
2 stops37h 05mKenya Airways
Thu 8/15:50EDI - JNB
2 stops40h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/11R15 348

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-12:00

1 stop18h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/1

12:45-9:30

1 stop18h 45m

R12 762

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 14/1

5:50-22:05

1 stop14h 15m

R13 814

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/12

19:35-10:05

1 stop16h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

6:25-10:25

1 stop26h 00m

R14 262

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

0:45-21:55

3 stops47h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/1

22:45-7:05

2 stops30h 20m

R15 141

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

8:45-10:00

1 stop26h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 25/4

18:45-9:20

1 stop13h 35m

R15 331

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

13:25-20:50

2 stops33h 25m

R10 330

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

19:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

R14 176

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

9:25-12:35

1 stop29h 10m

R14 400

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/1

1:35-23:10

2 stops23h 35m

R15 055

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

1:35-23:10

2 stops23h 35m

R20 229

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Deals found on 25/11

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 21 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 18 hours 6 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 368
British Airways
British Airways
From R11 421
KLM
KLM
From R10 165
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R7 925

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 26 November 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
1 423 reviews
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Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
1 423 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
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Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
3 677 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
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Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
4 063 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
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Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
7 594 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
7 539 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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 R363, while return flights cost around R1 180.

  • How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?

    A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around R1 362, however they can be found for as little as R1 180.

  • 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 (18 hours 6 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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