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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from R7 566

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 21/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
Jul 23 — Jul 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 June 2026.

Fri 9/1019:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/100:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6R12 522
Tue 8/96:15
EDI
-
CPT
3 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/913:15
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6R13 982
Tue 22/913:30
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/100:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6R13 999
Tue 22/914:25
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/100:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6R14 048
Mon 21/921:40
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops47h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/100:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6R14 376
Fri 6/1110:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops21h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 21/1118:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop22h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/6R14 540
Fri 28/85:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/923:15
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/6R14 606
Sat 24/1016:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 7/1113:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/6R14 639
Mon 9/1110:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops21h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 13/1113:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/6R14 672
Fri 28/810:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 17/917:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/6R14 688
Thu 12/1116:20
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/1118:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/6R14 704
Fri 28/811:10
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 10m
KLM
Thu 17/923:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 55m
KLM
Deal found 20/6R14 721

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 23 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 522

One-way from

R7 566

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R15 706
9/10-16/10
  • 9/10-16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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21/11
  • 21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R17 495 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 879 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa 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 23 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

14:25-22:10

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

0:10-9:45

1 stop34h 35m

R14 048

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/10

19:55-22:10

1 stop25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/10

0:10-17:00

2 stops17h 50m

R14 229

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/8

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

R14 737
Fastest return journey

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/10

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

18:50-9:40

1 stop16h 50m

R15 000

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/10

22:00-5:30

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

13:25-19:05

1 stop31h 40m

R16 034

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

22:00-16:35

1 stop17h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

10:25-19:05

1 stop34h 40m

R17 133

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/8

22:00-5:30

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

13:30-20:05

1 stop31h 35m

R17 133

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/11

14:05-10:30

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/11

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

R17 937

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 7/11

14:05-10:30

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

R17 937

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/8

6:10-9:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

17:55-16:25

2 stops23h 30m

R18 315

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Deals found on 23/6

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Edinburgh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to South Africa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of R6 335). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in March is currently the most expensive (average of R29 081). 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 Edinburgh to South Africa?

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 23 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to South Africa, such as KLM,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 414 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 065 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to South Africa. 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 from for flights from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    Located just 11,0 km from the city centre, Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Edinburgh.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and Qatar Airways can get you from Edinburgh to South Africa in just under 18h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 05m. The distance between Edinburgh and South Africa is about 10206 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Edinburgh to South Africa are Turkish Airlines (R5 786), Qatar Airways (R6 032), and Lufthansa (R9 087).

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from Edinburgh to South Africa, consider Edinburgh Turnhouse - Cape Town Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Edinburgh Turnhouse - Durban King Shaka Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa 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 Edinburgh to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of R6 335). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in March is currently the most expensive (average of R29 081). 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 4 airlines flying from Edinburgh to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to South Africa. 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 23 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 364AverageR13 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 187AverageR16 974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 182AverageR22 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 405AverageR15 922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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