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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh from £294

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 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
6 Jul — 13 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 18 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 1 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£589

One-way from

£294

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£661
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/8-21/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/8
  • 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 (£43 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 1 July 2025.

Thu 14/817:50JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 21/816:50EDI - JNB
1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/6£589
Mon 8/921:15JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 14/914:40EDI - JNB
1 stop17h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/7£593
Mon 8/919:00JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 20mLufthansa
Sun 14/906:15EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 30/6£622
Sun 7/901:25JNB - EDI
2 stops32h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 14/906:00EDI - JNB
2 stops32h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/6£647
Thu 14/817:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 21/806:00EDI - JNB
3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6£683
Fri 15/810:05JNB - EDI
1 stop35h 10mEmirates
Sun 24/821:50EDI - JNB
1 stop17h 25mEmirates
Deal found 30/6£693
Wed 13/803:10JNB - EDI
2 stops28h 15mRwandAir
Thu 21/814:45EDI - JNB
2 stops22h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 30/6£946
Wed 13/819:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Wed 20/809:30EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 50mSWISS
Deal found 29/6£979

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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

Thu 14/8

17:50-15:50

1 stop23h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 21/8

16:50-10:35

1 stop16h 45m

£589

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

21:15-14:40

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

14:40-09:25

1 stop17h 45m

£593

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

19:00-13:20

2 stops19h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

06:15-08:35

1 stop25h 20m

£622

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

01:25-08:25

2 stops32h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

06:00-15:50

2 stops32h 50m

£647

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/8

17:50-09:35

1 stop16h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 21/8

06:00-13:05

3 stops30h 05m

£683

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/8

10:05-20:15

1 stop35h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 24/8

21:50-16:15

1 stop17h 25m

£693

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

03:10-06:25

2 stops28h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 21/8

14:45-14:20

2 stops22h 35m

£946

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

19:35-18:10

1 stop23h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/8

09:30-09:20

1 stop22h 50m

£979

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/8

13:55-13:40

1 stop24h 45m

£294

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

20:25-13:40

1 stop18h 15m

£332

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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 27 June 2025.

Booking 18 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 £103). 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 1 July 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.

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 1 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, andQatar Airways 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,654 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,884 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
RwandAir
7.1
Good
27 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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.

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

    Currently priced at £589, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £593 and £622, respectively.

  • 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 (£294), British Airways (£332), and Kenya Airways (£347).

  • 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, 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 £103). 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
LufthansaCheapest£320Average£443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£394Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£437Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£507Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£538Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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