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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh from R8 111

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
May 31 — Jun 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 May 2026.

Tue 19/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R12 854
Tue 19/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R12 904
Wed 13/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/57:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R13 004
Sun 30/812:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/97:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 071
Thu 11/619:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 323
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R13 340
Sat 23/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/57:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 356
Wed 16/1213:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/111:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/4R13 692

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 1 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 854

One-way from

R8 111

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 457
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/5-3/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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5/5
  • 5/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R15 114 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 181 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

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Price

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Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

12:40-6:25

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 1/7

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R12 854

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:50-15:05

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

7:55-10:30

1 stop25h 35m

R12 854

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

19:50-15:15

1 stop20h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

7:55-10:30

1 stop25h 35m

R12 904

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

12:40-15:05

1 stop27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 28/5

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R14 362

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

20:40-23:10

3 stops27h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/6

6:10-9:15

2 stops26h 05m

R14 848

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

13:30-20:05

1 stop31h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

22:00-20:35

1 stop21h 35m

R15 803

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

15:25-17:00

2 stops26h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 19/6

17:25-9:20

1 stop14h 55m

R15 987

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

12:40-15:15

1 stop27h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/5

9:40-10:30

2 stops23h 50m

R15 987
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

19:50-8:00

2 stops37h 10m

R9 234

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

22:20-15:40

3 stops42h 20m

R12 200

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh (average of R12 904). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 518). 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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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 1 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 724 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 345 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 937 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 11,0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh. 8 airlines have flights to Turnhouse from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh can take about 18h 45m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 854. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh is about 9598 km.

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

    Currently priced at R10 659, Air France will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh and back. In addition to Air France, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 885 and R11 298, respectively. Air France is priced at 24% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R3 343. Emirates flights start at R3 588 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R6 813 one-way.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Doha is followed by London in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh.

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

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time at Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, and Royal Albert Hall. Eventim Apollo, Russell Square and Royal Albert Hall are located about 16,2 km, 23,5 km, and 19,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a stopover in London in need of a car hire can book one at London Heathrow for about R402.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Amsterdam. Frankfurt am Main sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh (average of R12 904). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 518). 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 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 1 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR10 659AverageR12 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 885AverageR14 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR11 298AverageR13 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 163AverageR13 592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 431AverageR16 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 441AverageR13 128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 864AverageR15 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 184AverageR14 724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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