How long is the flight from South Africa to Edinburgh?

Departing from South Africa to Edinburgh will take you 17h. There are 10206 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 069. Users have also found prices from R3 420 and R6 494 on Emirates and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Edinburgh?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh are Qatar Airways, British Airways and KLM. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

When flying from South Africa to Edinburgh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.

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.

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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 R12 924). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 863). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh?

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

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.

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Steven,May 2026

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Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Emirates

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Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

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KLM

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10,0

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Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

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Qatar Airways

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Emirates

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10,0

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Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

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Turkish Airlines

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Steven,May 2026

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British Airways

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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

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. There are 10206 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 069. Users have also found prices from R3 420 and R6 494 on Emirates and Turkish Airlines, 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 R12 924). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 863). 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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Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 846	AverageR13 234	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
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British Airways	CheapestR12 488	AverageR14 863	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR13 498	AverageR16 940	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

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