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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh from R6 116

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Sep 2 — Sep 91
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 3 August 2026.

Mon 3/813:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/810:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/7R13 472
Tue 22/913:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/1010:45
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops21h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/7R13 554
Wed 16/918:00
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/96:05
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8R13 637
Wed 19/820:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/820:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R13 802
Mon 3/814:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 18/87:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R13 852

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 3 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 554

One-way from

R6 116

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 662
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 22/9-5/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R14 968 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 487 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

13:30-15:20

2 stops27h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 22/11

10:40-9:40

2 stops21h 00m

R13 554

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

17:55-16:00

1 stop23h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/10

10:45-9:40

2 stops21h 55m

R14 645
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

14:05-6:25

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 29/8

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R14 992

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

13:30-16:00

2 stops27h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

10:45-9:40

2 stops21h 55m

R15 422

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

22:20-20:05

1 stop22h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 20/9

22:00-20:35

1 stop21h 35m

R15 637

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 25/9

22:00-5:30

1 stop30h 30m

R15 654
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

14:05-6:25

1 stop17h 20m

R6 116

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

20:55-13:40

1 stop17h 45m

R7 025

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

14:05-6:25

1 stop17h 20m

R7 025

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

20:55-23:20

2 stops27h 25m

R7 174

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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 74 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 843). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 736). 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flights typically cost between R13 720 and R15 422 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R13 554 on Turkish Airlines (Sept 22–Oct 5).

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 3 August 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
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
3 638 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
1 552 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
7,4
Good
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
4 462 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
8 145 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

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

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 27h 50m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 554. 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 305, Lufthansa will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R11 516 and R11 999, respectively. Lufthansa is priced at 26% 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 267. Emirates flights start at R3 539 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R6 720 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 Royal Albert Hall, Tower Bridge, and Trafalgar Square. Royal Albert Hall, Tower Bridge and Trafalgar Square are located about 19,6 km, 26,6 km, and 23,1 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 R567.

  • 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 843). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 736). 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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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to Edinburgh. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 3 August 2026.
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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 3 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 305AverageR15 043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR11 516AverageR14 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 999AverageR13 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 056AverageR16 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 257AverageR13 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 808AverageR14 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 948AverageR14 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 967AverageR17 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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