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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R6 529

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Mar 8 — Mar 151
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 6 February 2026.

Mon 23/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop14h 46m
KLM
Mon 27/417:05
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
KLM
Deal found 6/2R12 007
Sun 15/319:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/316:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/2R12 088
Mon 23/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 06m
KLM
Mon 30/39:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops24h 50m
KLM
Deal found 6/2R12 169
Sun 8/310:25
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 40m
Emirates
Sun 15/320:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop35h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 6/2R12 249
Sun 15/314:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/36:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2R12 266
Sun 15/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop25h 11m
KLM
Thu 19/313:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
KLM
Deal found 5/2R12 362
Sat 21/322:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/317:00
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2R12 540
Sun 15/311:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops31h 15m
Lufthansa
Thu 19/36:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/2R13 041
Wed 11/319:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop22h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 15/316:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2R13 057
Mon 23/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops23h 36m
Air France
Mon 27/417:25
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
Air France
Deal found 6/2R13 203
Fri 6/212:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/27:30
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/2R13 251
Wed 11/313:40
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop31h 25m
Emirates
Sun 15/320:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 5/2R13 639

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 6 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 007

One-way from

R8 403

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 393
KLM
  • KLM
  • 23/3-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 01m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 9/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 45m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R16 218 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 156 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 6 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

19:05-10:00

1 stop16h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

16:20-10:50

1 stop16h 30m

R12 088

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

10:25-19:05

1 stop34h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

20:55-10:25

1 stop35h 30m

R12 249

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

14:30-9:50

2 stops21h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

6:15-3:55

2 stops19h 40m

R12 266

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

23:59-23:10

1 stop25h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

13:30-12:10

2 stops20h 40m

R12 362

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:59-12:45

1 stop14h 46m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/4

5:45-11:05

2 stops28h 20m

R12 459

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

22:30-23:30

2 stops27h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/3

17:00-6:25

3 stops35h 25m

R12 540

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

16:20-10:50

1 stop16h 30m

R13 057

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:59-8:45

1 stop34h 46m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/4

13:10-11:05

2 stops20h 55m

R13 300

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

14:30-21:35

3 stops33h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/3

13:35-13:05

2 stops22h 30m

R13 348

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 639

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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 R6 997). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in October is currently the most expensive (average of R11 522). 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 6 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
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
1 450 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
3 728 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
4 211 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
7 764 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
7 719 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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 55m. 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 877. Users have also found prices from R6 570 and R6 658 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 R6 997). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in October is currently the most expensive (average of R11 522). 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 6 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 698AverageR11 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 622AverageR12 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 668AverageR14 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 944AverageR14 079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 702AverageR15 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 618AverageR15 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 638AverageR12 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 036AverageR15 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 202AverageR15 081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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