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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R5 022

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 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Mar 28 — Apr 41
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 26 February 2026.

Thu 29/109:30
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops23h 50m
SWISS
Sat 28/117:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop21h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 24/2R11 872
Sun 1/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 46m
KLM
Sun 8/320:30
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
KLM
Deal found 23/2R11 872
Wed 28/109:30
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops35h 25m
SWISS
Sat 28/117:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop21h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 24/2R11 888
Thu 29/109:30
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/116:00
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R11 920
Wed 28/109:30
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops35h 25m
SWISS
Sun 29/1119:45
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops33h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 24/2R11 967
Thu 12/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 21m
KLM
Thu 19/313:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
KLM
Deal found 25/2R12 158
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/515:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/2R12 301
Wed 28/109:30
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops28h 30m
Lufthansa
Mon 30/1117:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 24/2R12 365
Wed 28/109:30
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops35h 25m
SWISS
Mon 30/1114:20
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops39h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 24/2R12 428
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/512:20
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R12 476
Tue 9/616:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 20/610:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R12 714
Tue 10/319:20
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops19h 25m
KLM
Tue 17/317:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops17h 10m
KLM
Deal found 26/2R12 714

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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 158

One-way from

R5 022

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 649
KLM
  • KLM
  • 12/3-19/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 01m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R14 072 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 996 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 26 February 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

23:59-9:20

1 stop35h 21m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

13:30-12:10

2 stops20h 40m

R12 158

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:20-12:45

2 stops19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/3

17:00-12:10

2 stops17h 10m

R12 714

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

R12 953

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

16:35-9:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

R13 334

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

13:40-19:05

1 stop31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

20:55-16:45

1 stop17h 50m

R13 525

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

R13 715

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 19/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

R13 890

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

R13 954

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

16:35-9:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 21/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

R13 954

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 17/6

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

R13 986

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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 470). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 475). 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 26 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
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 239 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 814 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 770 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 796. Users have also found prices from R6 461 and R6 548 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 470). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 475). 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 26 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR8 037AverageR12 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR8 694AverageR11 885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 884AverageR13 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 933AverageR14 258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 525AverageR15 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 464AverageR15 714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 488AverageR12 749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 837AverageR15 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 000AverageR14 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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