Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R6 479

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Oct 13 — Oct 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 044

One-way from

R6 479

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 746
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 6/2-10/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 25m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
2/10
  • 2/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R23 630 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 596 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

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 September 2025.

Tue 28/1023:59JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/116:00EDI - JNB
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R13 200
Mon 10/1117:15CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 18/1116:20EDI - CPT
1 stop17h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/9R13 218
Thu 2/100:30CPT - EDI
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1017:00EDI - CPT
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R13 270
Sun 26/1022:00JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 2/1110:00EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/9R13 374
Fri 17/1023:55CPT - EDI
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1020:45EDI - CPT
1 stop35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9R13 426
Mon 27/1019:35JNB - EDI
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 3/1116:10EDI - JNB
1 stop16h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/9R13 513
Sat 25/100:30CPT - EDI
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1120:45EDI - CPT
1 stop35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9R13 530
Mon 10/117:55CPT - EDI
1 stop15h 40mAir France
Tue 18/1111:40EDI - CPT
2 stops27h 40mAir France
Deal found 11/9R13 999
Mon 27/109:50JNB - EDI
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1120:20EDI - JNB
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R13 999
Sun 26/1022:20JNB - EDI
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/118:00EDI - JNB
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9R14 364
Mon 10/1118:25CPT - EDI
2 stops20h 20mKLM
Tue 18/119:20EDI - CPT
2 stops18h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/9R14 572
Fri 10/1021:15JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 14/105:50EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/9R14 624

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Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

10:40-12:20

2 stops27h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

12:45-9:30

1 stop18h 45m

R13 044

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

23:59-20:05

1 stop22h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/11

6:00-22:05

2 stops38h 05m

R13 200

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

17:15-15:20

1 stop24h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

16:20-11:50

1 stop17h 30m

R13 218

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

23:59-12:40

1 stop14h 41m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

5:45-22:05

1 stop14h 20m

R13 235

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

19:35-9:10

1 stop15h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/11

16:10-10:25

1 stop16h 15m

R13 513

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/10

0:30-21:15

1 stop21h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/11

20:45-10:00

1 stop35h 15m

R13 530

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

7:55-21:35

1 stop15h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

11:40-17:20

2 stops27h 40m

R13 999

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

9:50-14:45

2 stops30h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/11

20:20-8:20

2 stops34h 00m

R13 999

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

9:25-18:55

1 stop35h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/2

8:25-10:50

1 stop24h 25m

R14 538

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

18:25-12:45

2 stops20h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

9:20-5:50

2 stops18h 30m

R14 572

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R649). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of R888). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 September 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Edinburgh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 2025.
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.

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

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 14h 41m. 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 most popular routes from South Africa to Edinburgh?

  • 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.

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    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of R649). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of R888). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 028AverageR11 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 037AverageR12 629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 159AverageR14 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 132AverageR14 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 411AverageR17 079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 508AverageR14 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 996AverageR16 393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 166AverageR17 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 422AverageR16 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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