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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh from £330

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 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£492

One-way from

£330

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£640
KLM
  • KLM
  • 27/5-3/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£45 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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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 29 April 2025.

Tue 27/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Tue 3/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Deal found 29/4£492
Tue 20/518:50JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/613:20EDI - JNB
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£495
Tue 20/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops22h 30mLufthansa
Wed 11/617:55EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4£510
Thu 12/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Thu 19/608:40EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 40mSWISS
Deal found 28/4£532
Tue 20/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops17h 50mBrussels Airlines
Thu 12/612:40EDI - JNB
2 stops18h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/4£536
Wed 11/623:15JNB - EDI
2 stops23h 00mAir France
Wed 18/617:25EDI - JNB
2 stops26h 55mAir France
Deal found 28/4£557
Tue 13/513:55JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 16/515:10EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4£588
Mon 22/919:25JNB - EDI
1 stop13h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 28/914:40EDI - JNB
1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/4£601
Mon 2/601:15JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 25mKenya Airways
Sun 29/609:10EDI - JNB
2 stops38h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/4£635
Fri 15/810:05JNB - EDI
1 stop35h 10mEmirates
Sun 24/821:50EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 00mEmirates
Deal found 28/4£679

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 29 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

23:15-12:35

1 stop14h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/6

06:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

£492

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

18:50-16:35

1 stop22h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

13:20-21:20

1 stop31h 00m

£495

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

18:50-10:45

1 stop16h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

11:45-08:30

1 stop19h 45m

£499

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:00-16:30

2 stops22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

17:55-08:35

1 stop13h 40m

£510

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/6

19:35-18:10

1 stop23h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/6

08:40-09:20

1 stop23h 40m

£532

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:00-11:50

2 stops17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

12:40-08:35

2 stops18h 55m

£536

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

13:55-06:25

1 stop17h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/5

15:10-16:10

1 stop24h 00m

£588

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/9

19:25-08:20

1 stop13h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 28/9

14:40-07:00

1 stop15h 20m

£601

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

01:15-19:40

2 stops19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 29/6

09:10-00:15

2 stops38h 05m

£635

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/8

10:05-20:15

1 stop35h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 24/8

21:50-20:50

1 stop22h 00m

£679

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh

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 April 2025.

Booking 8 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.

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 £78). 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 29 April 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% 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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

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 29 April 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,444 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 £492, KLM will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air France and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £499 and £510, respectively. KLM is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh are Qatar Airways (£330), Emirates (£331), and Kenya Airways (£355).

  • 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?

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  • 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 £78). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£303Average£395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£329Average£455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£449Average£568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£521Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£556Average£666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£561Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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