Cheap flights from Africa to Edinburgh from £114

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
16 Jan — 23 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Edinburgh

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Cheapest flights from Africa to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2025.

Sat 20/1220:40CAI - EDI
1 stop15h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sat 10/116:20EDI - CAI
1 stop9h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£421
Sat 20/1220:40CAI - EDI
1 stop20h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 7/111:00EDI - CAI
1 stop14h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£440
Thu 18/1205:25CAI - EDI
1 stop11h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 10/116:20EDI - CAI
1 stop9h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£457
Tue 23/1205:25CAI - EDI
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 10/116:20EDI - CAI
1 stop9h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£498
Thu 18/1205:25CAI - EDI
1 stop11h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 13/116:20EDI - CAI
1 stop9h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£515
Sun 21/1205:25CAI - EDI
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 10/116:20EDI - CAI
1 stop9h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£524
Wed 17/1210:00CAI - EDI
1 stop27h 05mAegean Airlines
Sun 11/111:55EDI - CAI
1 stop12h 00mAegean Airlines
Deal found 15/12£530
Tue 23/1205:25CAI - EDI
1 stop11h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 13/116:20EDI - CAI
1 stop9h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£556
Sat 20/1220:40CAI - EDI
1 stop15h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/111:30EDI - CAI
1 stop19h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£560
Wed 17/1210:00CAI - EDI
1 stop27h 05mAegean Airlines
Thu 8/111:55EDI - CAI
1 stop19h 05mAegean Airlines
Deal found 15/12£568
Mon 22/1223:25CAI - EDI
1 stop17h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 10/116:20EDI - CAI
1 stop9h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£569
Thu 18/1205:25CAI - EDI
1 stop11h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/111:30EDI - CAI
1 stop19h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£577

Find flight deals from Africa to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated 17 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£260

One-way from

£114

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£657

Good one-way deal

£46 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 1/6-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Africa to Edinburgh
22/1
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 40m total
  • Africa to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£37 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CasablancaEdinburgh

CMN - EDI

CMNEDI

Casablanca Mohamed V

Mon 1/6

01:25-22:45

1 stop21h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/6

06:10-00:20

1 stop18h 10m

£260

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Fri 30/1

05:40-20:20

2 stops16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/2

05:50-22:45

2 stops14h 55m

£272

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Wed 21/1

21:20-10:55

2 stops15h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/1

06:45-22:45

2 stops14h 00m

£284

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Wed 28/1

15:05-10:55

2 stops21h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/2

11:40-22:45

1 stop9h 05m

£294

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Wed 14/1

05:40-22:00

2 stops18h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 21/1

11:40-22:45

1 stop9h 05m

£314

CasablancaEdinburgh

CMN - EDI

CMNEDI

Casablanca Mohamed V

Mon 1/6

01:25-22:45

1 stop21h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/6

19:40-16:20

2 stops44h 40m

£322

CasablancaEdinburgh

CMN - EDI

CMNEDI

Casablanca Mohamed V

Fri 24/4

13:45-23:10

1 stop9h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

17:25-09:15

1 stop15h 50m

£387

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Wed 28/1

10:05-12:00

2 stops27h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/2

12:45-02:15

2 stops11h 30m

£477

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Sat 24/1

17:20-09:10

1 stop17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 26/1

08:35-23:10

1 stop12h 35m

£503

LagosEdinburgh

LOS - EDI

LOSEDI

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 21/1

23:55-12:00

1 stop13h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 31/5

06:10-17:00

1 stop10h 50m

£545

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Edinburgh

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Africa to Edinburgh

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Edinburgh (average of £183). Flying from Africa to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £439). 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 AF to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from 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 17 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Africa to Edinburgh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Africa to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Africa to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Africa to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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.

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 17 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Africa to Edinburgh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from 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 Africa?

    Most people fly into Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight to Edinburgh from Africa. Turnhouse is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Edinburgh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Africa to Edinburgh?

    Airlines like Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines fly from Africa to Edinburgh in about 16h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 10m. The distance from Africa to Edinburgh is about 5964 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ryanair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £17. easyJet flights start at £27 while deals on Ryanair start at £50 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from 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 Africa to Edinburgh?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Edinburgh (average of £183). Flying from Africa to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £439). 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 6 airlines flying from Africa to Edinburgh

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£328Average£560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£379Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£415Average£693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£447Average£678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£517Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapest£521Average£675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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