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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from £293

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 February 2026.

Mon 16/219:20
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/205:50
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1£540
Mon 16/219:20
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops22h 45m
KLM
Fri 20/217:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
KLM
Deal found 31/1£551
Sat 14/319:10
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/316:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2£556
Wed 18/322:00
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/307:25
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2£569
Wed 25/319:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 12/416:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2£575
Tue 17/319:10
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:50
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1£577
Wed 11/319:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 15/311:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/1£582
Fri 6/223:45
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/211:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2£586
Fri 6/207:55
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop15h 40m
Air France
Tue 10/211:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Air France
Deal found 1/2£586
Sat 21/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop14h 46m
KLM
Fri 10/405:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
KLM
Deal found 1/2£592
Tue 17/319:20
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops19h 25m
KLM
Tue 24/313:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
KLM
Deal found 31/1£592
Wed 18/312:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/314:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/2£604

Find flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£540

One-way from

£293

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£515
KLM
  • KLM
  • 16/2-20/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 35m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£32 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South 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 2 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:20-16:05

2 stops22h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/2

17:00-22:05

1 stop27h 05m

£551

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

22:00-22:15

2 stops26h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/3

07:25-08:25

2 stops23h 00m

£569

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

20:30-06:00

1 stop35h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/3

07:30-08:40

1 stop23h 10m

£577

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

19:10-14:30

2 stops21h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/3

10:50-10:50

2 stops22h 00m

£577

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

£585

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

23:59-12:45

1 stop14h 46m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/4

05:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

£592

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

19:20-12:45

2 stops19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/3

13:30-12:10

2 stops20h 40m

£592

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

22:00-13:20

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 12/4

18:10-09:25

1 stop14h 15m

£603

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:35-08:35

1 stop15h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 12/4

18:10-09:25

1 stop14h 15m

£603

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

19:35-10:05

1 stop16h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 12/4

18:10-09:25

1 stop14h 15m

£603

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Edinburgh

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of £316). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in October is currently the most expensive (average of £521). 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.

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 2 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

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
1,448 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

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
3,729 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

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
4,209 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

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
7,758 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

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
7,711 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

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 South 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 South Africa?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Edinburgh from South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Edinburgh?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Edinburgh can take about 22h 15m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £585. There are 5964 mi between South Africa and Edinburgh. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    £221 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from £226 and £319, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from South Africa to Edinburgh is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Edinburgh Turnhouse. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Port Elizabeth - Edinburgh Turnhouse.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South 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 South Africa to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of £316). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in October is currently the most expensive (average of £521). 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£321Average£491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£395Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£438Average£615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£508Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£534Average£699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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