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Flights to Edinburgh in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Edinburgh

Tue 13/1010:05 -
2 stops34h 35m
Tue 20/106:15 -
2 stops27h 00m
Deal found 29/8R13 037
Tue 13/1014:05 -
1 stop24h 35m
Tue 20/107:55 -
1 stop19h 05m
Deal found 29/8R13 198
Thu 1/1019:00 -
2 stops22h 25m
Tue 1/126:45 -
1 stop24h 55m
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Wed 30/914:05 -
1 stop17h 20m
Mon 30/1114:05 -
1 stop23h 30m
Deal found 30/8R13 521
Wed 30/915:25 -
2 stops41h 15m
Mon 30/1115:50 -
2 stops15h 50m
Deal found 30/8R13 698
Wed 30/915:25 -
2 stops41h 15m
Mon 30/1115:50 -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 30/8R13 795
Thu 17/923:15 -
1 stop24h 55m
Mon 21/913:10 -
1 stop31h 10m
Deal found 28/8R13 860
Thu 17/99:45 -
2 stops30h 20m
Mon 21/921:25 -
2 stops33h 55m
Deal found 28/8R13 924
Wed 9/120:20 -
1 stop17h 00m
Sun 3/110:40 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 30/8R14 005

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R13 037

One-way from

R8 083

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 908
13/10-20/10
  • 13/10-20/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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5/9
  • 5/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R159 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

15:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/11

15:50-9:40

2 stops15h 50m

R13 698

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

23:15-23:10

1 stop24h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

13:10-21:20

1 stop31h 10m

R13 860

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

9:45-15:05

2 stops30h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

21:25-8:20

2 stops33h 55m

R13 924

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

22:20-22:50

2 stops25h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 21/10

11:05-20:35

2 stops32h 30m

R14 311

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

15:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/11

15:50-14:20

3 stops44h 30m

R14 941

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/10

22:00-20:35

1 stop21h 35m

R16 457

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

18:00-17:25

2 stops24h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

10:55-13:30

3 stops25h 35m

R18 216
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

3:10-6:25

2 stops28h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/10

15:10-13:55

2 stops21h 45m

R19 991
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

10:05-20:10

1 stop35h 05m

R8 503

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

21:45-20:00

3 stops47h 15m

R10 278

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Edinburgh

How long is the flight to Edinburgh?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh takes 14 hours 31 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Edinburgh?

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

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 624
British Airways
British Airways
From R12 609
KLM
KLM
From R11 195
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R11 964

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Edinburgh?

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

Rainfall in Edinburgh 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

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).

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

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 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,KLM, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
KLM
7,8
Good
1 570 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 479 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 196 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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, Lufthansa 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 R791, while return flights cost around R1 206.

  • How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?

    A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around R1 206, however they can be found for as little as R1 206.

  • 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 31 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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