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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh from R6 641

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Jul 12 — Jul 191
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 7 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 423

One-way from

R6 641

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 917
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/10-14/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R25 469 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 782 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 7 July 2025.

Thu 30/1019:50JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Fri 14/1114:05EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/7R13 423
Wed 20/810:05JNB - EDI
1 stop35h 10mEmirates
Wed 27/821:50EDI - JNB
1 stop30h 40mEmirates
Deal found 7/7R14 547
Wed 20/817:55JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 27/816:50EDI - JNB
1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7R14 687
Thu 30/1023:55JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 45mKLM
Fri 14/1117:00EDI - JNB
2 stops16h 50mKLM
Deal found 6/7R14 810
Mon 8/919:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/918:00EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7R15 004
Mon 8/921:15JNB - EDI
1 stop15h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 14/921:05EDI - JNB
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/7R15 162
Tue 15/719:00JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 15mLufthansa
Thu 24/717:55EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 6/7R15 443
Mon 8/912:10JNB - EDI
2 stops34h 35mKenya Airways
Sun 14/99:10EDI - JNB
2 stops29h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/7R15 619
Thu 30/1019:45JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 15mBrussels Airlines
Fri 14/1115:50EDI - JNB
2 stops39h 40mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 6/7R16 286
Fri 8/816:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 50mRwandAir
Thu 14/814:45EDI - JNB
2 stops22h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 7/7R17 463

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

19:50-12:35

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/11

14:05-15:35

1 stop23h 30m

R13 423

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

10:05-20:15

1 stop35h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/8

21:50-5:30

1 stop30h 40m

R14 547

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

17:55-15:50

1 stop22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/8

16:50-10:35

1 stop16h 45m

R14 687

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

23:55-12:40

1 stop14h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/11

17:00-11:50

2 stops16h 50m

R14 810

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

19:35-18:00

1 stop23h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

18:00-8:35

1 stop13h 35m

R15 004

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

21:15-11:45

1 stop15h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

21:05-7:00

1 stop32h 55m

R15 162

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

12:10-21:45

2 stops34h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

9:10-15:50

2 stops29h 40m

R15 619

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

19:00-13:20

2 stops19h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

18:00-8:35

1 stop13h 35m

R16 163

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

19:45-15:00

2 stops21h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/11

15:50-9:30

2 stops39h 40m

R16 286

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/8

16:50-13:40

2 stops21h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 14/8

14:45-14:20

2 stops22h 35m

R17 463

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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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 18 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh (average of R649). Flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of R888). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Edinburgh in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg 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.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

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 7 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh, such as Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 368 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 589 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 891 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Brussels Airlines
7,3
Good
351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

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.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at R13 423. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R14 547 and R14 687, respectively. Qatar Airways is currently priced 5% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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. London is followed by Amsterdam in terms of the most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights.

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

    London travellers tend to visit Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye more than any other notable places. Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye are located about 16,2 km, 25,2 km, and 23,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R695 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Edinburgh stopover in Nairobi least frequently. Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights stopping in Frankfurt am Main 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh (average of R649). Flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of R888). 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 7 July 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR7 109AverageR11 409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 134AverageR11 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 265AverageR12 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 186AverageR14 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 568AverageR14 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 680AverageR14 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 796AverageR15 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 269AverageR16 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 452AverageR16 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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