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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R5 255

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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 12 May 2026.

Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R12 629
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/57:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R12 646
Mon 8/619:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/615:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R12 679
Mon 8/613:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 21/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/5R12 744
Sat 6/619:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/67:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R12 826
Tue 3/1113:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops46h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/1111:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/5R12 958
Tue 19/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 007
Tue 6/1017:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 20/1016:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/5R13 056
Tue 3/1112:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/117:30
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/5R13 303
Mon 15/619:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/615:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop35h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 319
Tue 6/1014:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 20/1015:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/5R13 368
Thu 21/522:25
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/517:50
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R13 434

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 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 679

One-way from

R5 255

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 188
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/6-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 45m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 790 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 860 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

15:10-17:30

1 stop25h 20m

R12 679

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/6

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 15/6

7:55-10:15

1 stop25h 20m

R12 826

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

19:50-6:25

1 stop35h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/6

15:10-4:00

1 stop35h 50m

R13 319

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

19:50-15:05

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/5

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R14 354
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

12:40-6:25

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/8

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R14 370

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/6

7:55-13:10

1 stop28h 15m

R14 814

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

13:15-13:40

1 stop25h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 20/9

7:55-10:15

1 stop25h 20m

R15 323

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

12:40-13:40

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/8

7:55-9:00

1 stop24h 05m

R15 339

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

18:00-15:55

1 stop22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R15 388

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:15-6:25

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

15:10-17:30

1 stop25h 20m

R15 421

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Deals found on 9/5

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh?

Booking 61 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R8 573). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in September is currently the most expensive (average of R18 706). 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 12 May 2026.
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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
KLM
7,8
Good
1 514 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 360 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 972 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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 R3 246. Users have also found prices from R3 516 and R6 677 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R8 573). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in September is currently the most expensive (average of R18 706). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

Discover the top 8 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 12 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR10 492AverageR13 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 667AverageR14 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 876AverageR15 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR11 372AverageR14 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 911AverageR13 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 192AverageR13 265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 232AverageR16 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 400AverageR15 136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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