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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh from £491

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
5 Nov — 12 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

20:25-19:40

1 stop25h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/11

17:50-09:30

1 stop13h 40m

£491

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/11

19:35-12:00

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 24/11

06:00-09:30

1 stop25h 30m

£495

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

19:40-20:50

1 stop27h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 25/11

11:25-09:25

1 stop20h 00m

£497

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/11

19:40-12:50

2 stops19h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 25/11

09:15-09:25

2 stops22h 10m

£592

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/11

01:15-23:10

2 stops23h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 24/11

09:15-15:50

2 stops28h 35m

£645

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

19:45-12:35

1 stop18h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 23/11

07:30-03:55

1 stop18h 25m

£680

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/12

22:20-19:05

1 stop22h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 23/12

20:40-20:50

1 stop22h 10m

£1,002

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/12

19:35-15:00

2 stops21h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 22/12

12:20-09:30

2 stops43h 10m

£1,342

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/12

03:10-12:40

2 stops35h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 31/12

14:05-02:20

2 stops34h 15m

£1,485

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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 October 2024.

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£585

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June

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February

Average price

£583
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 23/12-31/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2024.

Wed 6/1120:25JNB - EDI
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/1117:50EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10£491
Sun 3/1119:35JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 25mLufthansa
Sun 24/1106:00EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 31/10£495
Mon 4/1119:40JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 10mKLM
Tue 26/1109:15EDI - JNB
2 stops22h 10mKLM
Deal found 31/10£592
Sat 16/1101:15JNB - EDI
2 stops23h 55mKenya Airways
Sun 24/1109:15EDI - JNB
2 stops28h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 31/10£645
Wed 6/1119:45JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 23/1107:30EDI - JNB
1 stop18h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 31/10£680
Mon 16/1222:20JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 45mEmirates
Mon 23/1220:40EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 10mEmirates
Deal found 30/10£1,002
Sat 2/1119:25JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 25/1117:15EDI - JNB
1 stop15h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/10£1,262
Sun 15/1219:35JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 25mBrussels Airlines
Sun 22/1212:20EDI - JNB
2 stops43h 10mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 31/10£1,342
Sun 22/1203:10JNB - EDI
2 stops35h 30mRwandAir
Tue 31/1214:05EDI - JNB
2 stops34h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 31/10£1,485

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 25 October 2024.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh (average of £80). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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 JNB to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 31 October 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 31 October 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways and KLM from Johannesburg to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,352 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,900 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

RwandAir
7.5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,873 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 6 airlines have flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Currently priced at £585, Lufthansa will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £612 and £613, respectively. Lufthansa is 5% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh (average of £80). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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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SWISSCheapest£312Average£406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£341Average£503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£396Average£572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£481Average£652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£535Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£582Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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