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Cheap flights from Africa to Edinburgh from £54

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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£242

One-way from

£54

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£563

Good one-way deal

£39 or less
26/2-5/3
  • 26/2-5/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Africa to Edinburgh
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Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 25/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 20m total
  • Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£34 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse.
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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 13 January 2026.

Thu 26/205:40
CAI
-
EDI
2 stops16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/307:45
EDI
-
CAI
2 stops16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1£242
Fri 27/208:00
CAI
-
EDI
1 stop16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/318:55
EDI
-
CAI
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£245
Sun 14/604:30
CAI
-
EDI
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/616:55
EDI
-
CAI
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1£308
Fri 24/413:45
CMN
-
EDI
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/505:40
EDI
-
CMN
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1£366
Fri 24/704:40
CAI
-
EDI
1 stop9h 25m
Lufthansa
Fri 24/717:10
EDI
-
CAI
1 stop7h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1£427
Wed 25/223:10
ABV
-
EDI
1 stop13h 50m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/306:00
EDI
-
ABV
1 stop10h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 11/1£508
Wed 25/223:55
LOS
-
EDI
1 stop13h 05m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/306:00
EDI
-
LOS
1 stop10h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 11/1£508
Mon 2/1118:45
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 1/1212:45
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop20h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1£514
Wed 25/223:55
LOS
-
EDI
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/306:00
EDI
-
LOS
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1£523
Sat 2/523:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/508:30
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1£525
Wed 11/223:10
ABV
-
EDI
1 stop13h 50m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/306:00
EDI
-
ABV
1 stop10h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1£529
Mon 2/1118:45
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Lufthansa
Sun 29/1106:00
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops23h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1£531

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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 13 January 2026.
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

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Thu 26/2

05:40-19:40

2 stops16h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

07:45-01:55

2 stops16h 10m

£242

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Fri 27/2

08:00-22:45

1 stop16h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/3

18:55-01:55

2 stops29h 00m

£245

CairoEdinburgh

CAI - EDI

CAIEDI

Cairo

Sun 14/6

04:30-12:25

1 stop9h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 20/6

16:55-02:50

1 stop7h 55m

£308

CasablancaEdinburgh

CMN - EDI

CMNEDI

Casablanca Mohamed V

Fri 24/4

13:45-23:10

1 stop9h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

05:40-21:00

1 stop15h 20m

£366

AbujaEdinburgh

ABV - EDI

ABVEDI

Abuja

Wed 25/2

23:10-12:00

1 stop13h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

06:00-17:20

1 stop10h 20m

£508

LagosEdinburgh

LOS - EDI

LOSEDI

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 25/2

23:55-12:00

1 stop13h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

06:00-17:30

1 stop10h 30m

£508

LagosEdinburgh

LOS - EDI

LOSEDI

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 25/2

23:55-18:55

2 stops20h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

06:00-17:30

1 stop10h 30m

£523

AbujaEdinburgh

ABV - EDI

ABVEDI

Abuja

Wed 11/2

23:10-12:00

1 stop13h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

06:00-17:20

1 stop10h 20m

£529

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

13:00-06:25

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 28/5

08:30-21:30

1 stop36h 00m

£541

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

23:59-21:35

2 stops23h 36m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

11:40-12:10

1 stop22h 30m

£552

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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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 £182). Flying from Africa to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £438). 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 13 January 2026.

When flying from 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 January 2026.
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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,712 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,155 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,709 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,665 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,437 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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, Air France, and Turkish Airlines fly from Africa to Edinburgh in about 13h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 46m. The distance from Africa to Edinburgh is about 3292 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 £23. easyJet flights start at £27 while deals on Ryanair start at £50 one-way.

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

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

  • 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 £182). Flying from Africa to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £438). 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 5 airlines flying from Africa to Edinburgh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Edinburgh. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 13 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£337Average£470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£375Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£413Average£619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£446Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£515Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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