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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R5 590

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Aug 13 — Aug 201
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 14 July 2026.

Thu 20/813:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 27/810:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7R13 147
Mon 27/716:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/816:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7R13 163
Mon 27/718:25
CPT
-
EDI
3 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/810:30
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7R13 180
Wed 19/813:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 26/810:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7R13 196
Sat 29/89:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/920:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7R13 213
Wed 9/120:20
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/110:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops21h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/7R13 245
Sat 17/1013:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 24/1010:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/7R13 278
Sun 30/813:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 6/910:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7R13 344
Sat 19/1213:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/110:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops21h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7R13 377
Mon 3/813:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/810:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R13 393
Tue 25/816:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 31/816:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7R13 704
Tue 18/816:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 25/810:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R13 885

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 14 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 147

One-way from

R5 590

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 196
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/8-27/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 854 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 030 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 14 July 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

13:30-9:40

2 stops45h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/8

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R13 196

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/8

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R13 311

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R13 393

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

16:55-9:40

2 stops39h 45m

R13 819
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

5:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

R13 967

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

5:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

R14 049

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

10:40-22:25

1 stop34h 45m

R14 081

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

17:55-15:55

1 stop23h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

16:55-9:40

2 stops39h 45m

R14 245

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

18:05-12:20

2 stops19h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/8

9:15-21:25

1 stop35h 10m

R15 098

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

16:35-9:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

R15 229

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Deals found on 10/7

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R8 901). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in September is currently the most expensive (average of R23 737). 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 10 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

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 14 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 618 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 618 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 618 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 618 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 444 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 618 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 618 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 113 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 618 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

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

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 10m. There are 10364 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 240. Users have also found prices from R3 509 and R6 664 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 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R8 901). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in September is currently the most expensive (average of R23 737). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

Discover the top 7 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 14 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 648AverageR14 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 856AverageR15 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR11 420AverageR15 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 914AverageR14 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 170AverageR13 278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 702AverageR15 064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 851AverageR17 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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