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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R5 993

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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 13 February 2026.

Sat 4/48:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops28h 20m
Lufthansa
Sun 19/46:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 10/2R11 604
Thu 26/223:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 21m
KLM
Thu 5/313:30
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
KLM
Deal found 11/2R11 700
Tue 24/212:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/312:45
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2R11 891
Thu 12/319:10
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/316:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R11 906
Tue 24/210:10
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/312:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/2R12 145
Thu 11/617:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R12 177
Thu 5/313:40
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop31h 25m
Emirates
Mon 16/320:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 13/2R12 240
Thu 11/611:10
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/612:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2R12 240
Sat 4/417:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 19/416:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R12 320
Wed 11/318:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop26h 35m
Emirates
Sun 15/320:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 12/2R13 528
Wed 4/313:40
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop31h 25m
Emirates
Thu 19/320:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 13/2R13 734
Thu 5/37:00
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/314:20
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2R13 766

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 13 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 604

One-way from

R5 993

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 573
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 4/4-19/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 45m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R14 355 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 002 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 13 February 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

Sat 4/4

8:45-12:05

2 stops28h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 19/4

6:10-8:35

1 stop25h 25m

R11 604

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

12:45-14:30

2 stops27h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

12:45-13:05

3 stops22h 20m

R11 891

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:10-10:00

1 stop16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 29/3

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

R11 906

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

10:10-12:00

2 stops27h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

12:45-9:30

1 stop18h 45m

R12 145

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

13:40-19:05

1 stop31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/3

20:55-11:40

1 stop36h 45m

R12 240

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 21/6

13:10-21:20

1 stop31h 10m

R12 367

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 18/4

21:55-16:15

1 stop17h 20m

R12 638

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

11:10-16:35

2 stops30h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 24/6

12:40-8:35

2 stops18h 55m

R12 749

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-10:00

1 stop16h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

R12 971

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

18:30-19:05

1 stop26h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

20:55-11:40

1 stop36h 45m

R13 528

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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 R7 471). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 477). 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 13 February 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
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
1 454 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
3 734 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
4 216 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
7 784 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
7 738 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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 16h 50m. 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 797. Users have also found prices from R6 463 and R6 550 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R7 471). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 477). 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 13 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 589AverageR10 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 588AverageR12 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 511AverageR14 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 820AverageR13 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 527AverageR15 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 423AverageR15 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 490AverageR12 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 840AverageR15 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 003AverageR14 755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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