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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh from R5 179

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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Feb 27 — Mar 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Fri 13/319:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop22h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 20/311:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/1R11 877
Thu 23/417:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 27/410:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/1R11 941
Fri 13/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop14h 41m
KLM
Fri 20/317:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
KLM
Deal found 27/1R12 021
Sat 14/319:10
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/316:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/1R12 277
Fri 13/311:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops37h 35m
Lufthansa
Fri 20/317:45
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops35h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 27/1R12 692
Tue 31/314:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/47:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R12 932
Fri 27/212:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/314:05
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R12 980
Tue 7/714:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/715:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R13 444
Thu 12/222:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 30m
British Airways
Mon 16/215:15
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 27/1R13 732

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 877

One-way from

R6 314

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 133
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 13/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R15 804 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 084 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/3

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

R11 877

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

23:59-12:40

1 stop14h 41m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/3

17:00-22:05

1 stop27h 05m

R12 021

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

19:10-10:00

1 stop16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/3

16:20-10:50

1 stop16h 30m

R12 277

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

11:40-23:15

2 stops37h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/3

17:45-7:05

2 stops35h 20m

R12 692

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

23:59-23:10

1 stop25h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/3

17:00-22:05

1 stop27h 05m

R12 708

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

14:45-6:25

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 6/4

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R12 932

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

14:45-6:25

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/7

15:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

R13 444

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

22:00-7:30

1 stop35h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/2

15:15-7:35

1 stop14h 20m

R13 732

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

12:40-6:25

1 stop18h 45m

R5 179

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

20:55-13:40

1 stop17h 45m

R7 002

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 11 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh (average of R6 922). Flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 629). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 28 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh, such as KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
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Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
4 209 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
7 749 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
7 704 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Most people fly into Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight to Edinburgh from Johannesburg. On average, Turnhouse has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day from 9 airlines. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 11,0 km from Edinburgh’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh can take about 14h 41m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 021. Airlines will cover a distance of 9598 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Flying on SWISS is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at R6 121. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at R7 058 and R9 564, respectively. SWISS is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 813. Users have also found prices from R6 499 and R6 586 on Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights stop in London the next most.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    London travellers tend to visit Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square more than any other notable places. Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square are located about 16,2 km, 19,6 km, and 23,5 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R182 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Edinburgh stopover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently. Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights stopping in Amsterdam are the next rarest.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh (average of R6 922). Flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 629). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 121AverageR10 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 058AverageR11 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 564AverageR11 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 571AverageR12 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 479AverageR12 505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 493AverageR13 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 906AverageR14 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 929AverageR13 790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 967AverageR14 545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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