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R6 774+ Cheap flights to Edinburgh

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— EDI
Mar 16 — Mar 231
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Edinburgh in 2026

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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 14 February 2026.

Sat 4/48:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops28h 20m
Lufthansa
Sun 19/46:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 10/2R11 663
Thu 26/223:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 21m
KLM
Thu 5/313:30
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
KLM
Deal found 11/2R11 759
Tue 24/212:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/312:45
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2R11 951
Thu 12/319:10
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/316:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R11 967
Tue 24/210:10
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/312:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/2R12 207
Thu 11/617:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R12 239
Sat 4/417:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 19/416:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R12 382
Thu 11/623:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 55m
KLM
Sun 21/613:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 10/2R12 430
Fri 15/518:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 1/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2R12 462
Thu 11/618:00
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops23h 10m
KLM
Wed 24/65:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
KLM
Deal found 10/2R12 670

Find flight deals to Edinburgh

Find the latest flights to Edinburgh in 2026, 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 14 February 2026.

Return from

R11 663

One-way from

R6 774

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 632
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 4/4-19/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R907 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R126 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in February 2026
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

23:59-9:20

1 stop35h 21m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

13:30-22:05

1 stop30h 35m

R11 759

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

12:45-14:30

2 stops27h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

12:45-13:05

3 stops22h 20m

R11 951

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:10-10:00

1 stop16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 29/3

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

R11 967

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

10:10-12:00

2 stops27h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

12:45-9:30

1 stop18h 45m

R12 207

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 21/6

13:10-21:20

1 stop31h 10m

R12 430

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 18/4

21:55-16:15

1 stop17h 20m

R12 702

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

14:30-16:35

2 stops27h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 21/6

6:10-8:35

1 stop25h 25m

R12 878

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

23:59-8:40

1 stop34h 41m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/3

13:30-12:10

2 stops20h 40m

R12 974

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

16:20-10:50

1 stop16h 30m

R13 085

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

18:00-9:40

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/6

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

R13 181

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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 6 February 2026.

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 44 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 16 hours 40 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 Qatar Airways, British Airways and KLM.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 481
British Airways
British Airways
From R10 581
KLM
KLM
From R9 870
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R11 549

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Edinburgh?

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

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 14 February 2026.
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
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 734 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 216 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 784 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 739 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 R488, while return flights cost around R1 194.

  • How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?

    A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around R1 194, however they can be found for as little as R1 194.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Edinburgh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Edinburgh, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 40 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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