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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £599

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
EDI — JNB
30 abr — 7 mai1
1 adult
ter 30/4
ter 7/5

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa at least 60 days early can save you up to 16% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 60 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Edinburgh to South Africa for as little as £601 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as £810 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Edinburgh. Users have commonly found prices around £684 for the month, but tickets can be as low as £484. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa (EDI - ZA)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Edinburgh to South Africa as you normally would.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Edinburgh and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 925,685 searches. Data last updated 25 abril 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Qatar Airways flights we've come across from Edinburgh to South Africa. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
sáb 31/808:00EDI - JNB
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
seg 9/913:35JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£680
sex 24/508:00EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways
sex 31/513:35JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£700
sex 24/508:00EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways
sex 31/509:35JNB - EDI
3 stops28h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£728
qui 23/508:00EDI - DUR
2 stops33h 40mQatar Airways
sáb 8/612:10DUR - EDI
2 stops19h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£775
sáb 4/514:45EDI - CPT
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
seg 13/518:05CPT - EDI
2 stops37h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£798
ter 10/908:00EDI - CPT
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
ter 17/913:00CPT - EDI
1 stop18h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£826
qui 23/508:00EDI - DUR
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
sáb 8/612:10DUR - EDI
2 stops19h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£836
ter 10/908:00EDI - CPT
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
ter 17/909:20CPT - EDI
2 stops22h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£852
sáb 4/514:45EDI - CPT
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
seg 13/513:00CPT - EDI
1 stop18h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£872

Cheap KLM flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by KLM for the route between Edinburgh and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 925,685 searches. Data last updated 25 abril 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest KLM flights we've found from Edinburgh to South Africa. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
seg 6/506:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
qua 15/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop24h 50mKLM
Deal found 24/4£704
seg 6/513:25EDI - JNB
2 stops18h 15mKLM
qua 15/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop24h 50mKLM
Deal found 24/4£729
sáb 12/1006:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
sex 1/1123:59JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 51mKLM
Deal found 24/4£786
seg 6/511:25EDI - JNB
2 stops20h 15mKLM
qua 15/518:50JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mKLM
Deal found 24/4£793
sáb 13/708:10EDI - CPT
1 stop36h 15mKLM
seg 29/723:15CPT - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 24/4£1,123
sex 10/506:00EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 25mKLM
qui 23/523:15CPT - EDI
1 stop18h 25mKLM
Deal found 24/4£3,118

Cheap Edinburgh to South Africa flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Edinburgh to South Africa specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 925,685 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 abril 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£599
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
seg 6/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£600
seg 29/417:05EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 15mAir France
seg 6/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mAir France
Deal found 25/4£616
seg 29/414:45EDI - JNB
1 stop18h 05mQatar Airways
ter 14/513:35JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£617
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£643
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mKLM
Deal found 25/4£647
seg 29/417:05EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 15mAir France
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop27h 05mAir France
Deal found 24/4£652
sex 24/520:30EDI - JNB
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
sex 31/513:35JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£687
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mKLM
Deal found 24/4£692

Edinburgh to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Edinburgh and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 925,685 searches. Data last updated 25 abril 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£599
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
seg 6/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£600
seg 29/417:05EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 15mAir France
seg 6/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mAir France
Deal found 25/4£616
seg 29/414:45EDI - JNB
1 stop18h 05mQatar Airways
ter 14/513:35JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£617
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£643
seg 29/406:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mKLM
Deal found 25/4£647
seg 29/417:05EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 15mAir France
ter 14/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop27h 05mAir France
Deal found 24/4£652
sex 1/1120:20EDI - CPT
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
sex 22/1112:35CPT - EDI
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£655
sáb 31/808:00EDI - JNB
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
seg 9/913:35JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£680

Edinburgh to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Edinburgh to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 925,685 searches. Data last updated 25 abril 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Edinburgh to South Africa. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
sáb 4/514:45EDI - CPT
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
seg 13/518:05CPT - EDI
2 stops37h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£798
sáb 4/514:45EDI - CPT
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
seg 13/513:00CPT - EDI
1 stop18h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£872
ter 30/414:45EDI - PLZ
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom 19/518:40PLZ - EDI
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£878
ter 30/408:00EDI - PLZ
2 stops46h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb 18/508:20PLZ - EDI
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£883
ter 30/414:45EDI - PLZ
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
sáb 18/516:05PLZ - EDI
3 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£887
ter 30/410:45EDI - PLZ
3 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
dom 19/515:10PLZ - EDI
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£913
ter 30/410:45EDI - PLZ
3 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
sáb 18/513:50PLZ - EDI
3 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£917
sáb 4/510:45EDI - CPT
2 stops22h 15mLufthansa
seg 13/515:20CPT - EDI
2 stops21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£1,045
sáb 4/506:00EDI - CPT
3 stops30h 40mKenya Airways
seg 13/514:30CPT - EDI
3 stops30h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,128

Find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa within your budget

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 925,685 searches. Data last updated 25 abril 2024.

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Budget

£680 - £960

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Price

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

sáb 31/8

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 9/9

1 stop17h 55m

£680

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

sex 24/5

2 stops33h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 31/5

1 stop17h 55m

£687

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

sex 24/5

1 stop24h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 31/5

1 stop17h 55m

£700

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

seg 6/5

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qua 15/5

1 stop24h 50m

£704

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

sáb 31/8

2 stops35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 9/9

1 stop17h 55m

£705

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

seg 6/5

2 stops18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qua 15/5

1 stop24h 50m

£729

Edinburgh TurnhouseCape Town Intl

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ter 22/10

3 stops27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

dom 27/10

3 stops44h 05m

£752

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

sáb 31/8

3 stops23h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom 8/9

2 stops35h 00m

£941

Edinburgh TurnhouseCape Town Intl

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

seg 21/10

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

dom 27/10

1 stop16h 25m

£960

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Deals found on 24/4

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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 25 abril 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about Qatar Airways, KLM and Kenya Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.9
Good
1,628 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.9
Good
49 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.7
Good
4,479 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.6
Good
1,809 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.5
Good
3,692 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

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?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Edinburgh, you will be flying from Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh.

  • Can I find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa for under £700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Edinburgh to South Africa for under £700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just £680, but on average you can expect to pay £757.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Edinburgh to South Africa for under £800?

    There are currently 10+ open flights from Edinburgh to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than £800.

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Edinburgh to South Africa?

  • What does EDI to JNB mean?

    This is defined as Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Edinburgh to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Edinburgh to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Edinburgh to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Edinburgh to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/4.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Edinburgh to South Africa

Discover the top 10 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 925,685 searches. Data last updated 25 abril 2024.
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SWISSCheapest£323Average£568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£443Average£615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£462Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£479Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£497Average£741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£501Average£685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£516Average£540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£556Average£805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£567Average£737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£700Average£949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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