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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh from £235

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
11 Jun — 18 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo 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 12 May 2026.

Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/607:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5£565
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/507:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5£566
Mon 8/613:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 21/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/5£570
Tue 3/1113:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops46h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/1111:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/5£580
Tue 19/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/607:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5£582
Tue 6/1017:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 20/1016:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/5£584
Tue 3/1112:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/1107:30
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/5£595
Mon 15/619:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/615:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop35h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5£596
Tue 6/1014:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 20/1015:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/5£598

Find 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 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£570

One-way from

£235

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£590
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 8/6-21/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£25 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:30-10:00

2 stops46h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/11

16:20-09:40

2 stops39h 20m

£617

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

19:50-15:05

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/5

07:55-10:30

1 stop25h 35m

£643

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

10:40-09:40

2 stops22h 00m

£658

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

12:40-13:40

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/8

07:55-09:00

1 stop24h 05m

£686

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 13/8

10:40-09:40

2 stops22h 00m

£715

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

01:15-08:30

2 stops32h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/5

05:45-10:55

2 stops28h 10m

£752
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

12:40-06:25

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 13/8

09:40-09:00

2 stops22h 20m

£771

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/7

10:40-09:40

2 stops22h 00m

£803

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 2/7

22:00-16:15

1 stop17h 15m

£884
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

12:40-06:25

1 stop18h 45m

£235

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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?

Booking 39 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh (average of £565). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £670). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

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 12 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,514 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,514 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,514 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,514 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,360 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,514 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,992 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,514 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,972 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,514 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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. 5 airlines have flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in 20h 15m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. There are 5964 mi between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Edinburgh. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at £495, 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 KLM and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £514 and £517, respectively. Lufthansa is 19% 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 (£244), Turkish Airlines (£319), and British Airways (£320).

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh (average of £565). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £670). 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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LufthansaCheapest£495Average£763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£514Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£517Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£538Average£679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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