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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R5 643

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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 27 January 2026.

Wed 11/39:50
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/319:15
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1R11 894
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 910
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 974
Fri 1/518:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 29/510:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/1R12 215
Mon 1/618:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 22/616:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/1R12 295
Thu 12/312:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/37:30
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R12 423
Fri 13/312:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/37:30
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R12 551
Tue 24/312:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 31/315:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R12 632
Fri 13/311:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops37h 35m
Lufthansa
Fri 20/317:45
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops35h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/1R12 776
Fri 1/518:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 24/516:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/1R12 856
Mon 1/68:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/612:50
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1R13 000
Mon 1/618:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/1R13 032

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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 894

One-way from

R5 643

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 167
11/3-18/3
  • 11/3-18/3
  • 5 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R15 906 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 096 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 27 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

9:50-11:40

2 stops27h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 18/3

19:15-8:20

3 stops35h 05m

R11 894

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 910

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/3

7:30-17:25

1 stop31h 55m

R12 551

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/3

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 31/3

15:10-17:20

1 stop25h 10m

R12 632

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 776

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

18:00-9:40

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 24/5

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

R12 856

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

18:00-15:55

1 stop22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 24/6

10:40-10:30

1 stop22h 50m

R13 032

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

23:45-12:40

1 stop14h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

6:00-5:50

1 stop21h 50m

R13 064

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

8:45-12:05

2 stops28h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

17:50-8:35

1 stop13h 45m

R13 145

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

23:45-23:10

1 stop25h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

5:50-5:50

2 stops22h 00m

R13 577

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R6 941). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in October is currently the most expensive (average of R11 413). 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 27 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
3 731 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
4 206 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
7 702 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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 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 22h 15m. 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 R4 826. Users have also found prices from R6 517 and R6 605 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 Cape Town Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R6 941). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in October is currently the most expensive (average of R11 413). 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 South Africa to Edinburgh

Discover the top 9 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 27 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 138AverageR10 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 078AverageR12 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 591AverageR14 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 598AverageR13 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 616AverageR15 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 511AverageR12 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 525AverageR15 726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 939AverageR15 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 103AverageR14 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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