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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R5 369

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
May 2 — May 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Mon 1/69:50
JNB
-
EDI
3 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/613:50
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4R12 775
Fri 15/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/515:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R12 859
Wed 13/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/521:20
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R12 876
Wed 13/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/515:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R12 892
Wed 6/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/521:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R12 909
Tue 19/514:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R12 909
Thu 14/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/57:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R12 993
Fri 15/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/57:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R13 027
Tue 2/613:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/614:50
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R13 044
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
EDI
3 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/613:55
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops41h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R13 078
Fri 1/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/515:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R13 128
Wed 20/519:10
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Wed 3/622:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 30/3R13 162

Find flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 775

One-way from

R5 369

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 845
1/6-16/6
  • 1/6-16/6
  • 6 total stops
  • 78h 30m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 30m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R14 255 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 088 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 2 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

20:40-13:15

1 stop17h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

14:50-16:10

1 stop24h 20m

R12 909

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

13:15-21:00

2 stops32h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

7:20-21:30

2 stops37h 10m

R13 195

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

13:00-6:25

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 10/5

21:15-21:30

1 stop23h 15m

R13 313
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

19:50-14:05

1 stop19h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 24/5

15:35-10:30

1 stop17h 55m

R14 003

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

20:40-6:25

1 stop34h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 16/5

15:00-8:50

1 stop16h 50m

R14 188

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

6:15-21:35

3 stops40h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/6

10:30-18:40

3 stops31h 10m

R14 256

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

22:20-20:05

1 stop22h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/6

22:00-20:35

1 stop21h 35m

R14 542

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

13:30-20:05

1 stop31h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 22/5

22:00-5:30

1 stop30h 30m

R14 542

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/6

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

R14 609

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 21/5

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

R14 609

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Edinburgh

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R9 341). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 169). 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 2 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Edinburgh. 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 553 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,3
Good
4 293 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7 841 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 South Africa 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 South Africa?

    For a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 11,0 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Edinburgh?

    Departing from South Africa to Edinburgh will take you 17h 35m. There are 9598 km between South Africa and Edinburgh. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 370. Users have also found prices from R6 842 and R6 935 on Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Edinburgh?

    The most popular route from South Africa to Edinburgh is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Edinburgh Turnhouse. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Port Elizabeth - Edinburgh Turnhouse.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Edinburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Edinburgh?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R9 341). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 169). 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 South Africa to Edinburgh

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR10 701AverageR14 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 706AverageR14 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 932AverageR14 545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 146AverageR16 138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 167AverageR16 772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 177AverageR13 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 536AverageR16 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 708AverageR15 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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