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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from £243

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 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
18 jun — 25 jun1
1 adult

Cheap 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 13 junho 2025.

Round-trip from

£570

One-way from

£243

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£637
KLM
  • KLM
  • 25/7-27/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 30m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£46 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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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 13 junho 2025.

seg 16/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 25mSWISS
seg 23/609:30EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 50mSWISS
Deal found 12/6£556
sáb 14/623:15JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
sáb 21/611:45EDI - JNB
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£560
sex 25/723:15CPT - EDI
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
qua 27/806:10EDI - CPT
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£570
seg 10/1117:15CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
ter 18/1116:20EDI - CPT
1 stop17h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6£575
sex 12/913:00CPT - EDI
1 stop25h 40mQatar Airways
qua 1/1015:10EDI - CPT
1 stop18h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/6£582
sáb 14/623:15JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 20mKLM
sáb 21/609:10EDI - JNB
2 stops22h 40mKLM
Deal found 12/6£584
sex 25/723:15CPT - EDI
2 stops23h 00mAir France
qua 27/814:15EDI - CPT
2 stops21h 25mAir France
Deal found 12/6£588
seg 8/917:55JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
dom 14/910:35EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6£592
qui 25/1223:45CPT - EDI
1 stop14h 55mKLM
sex 9/110:55EDI - CPT
2 stops17h 50mKLM
Deal found 10/6£594
sex 15/820:25JNB - EDI
1 stop35h 00mQatar Airways
dom 24/807:55EDI - JNB
1 stop31h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6£608
sex 15/810:05JNB - EDI
1 stop35h 10mEmirates
dom 24/821:50EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 00mEmirates
Deal found 11/6£625
ter 23/1209:30CPT - EDI
2 stops28h 35mLufthansa
ter 13/112:45EDI - CPT
1 stop20h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 10/6£641

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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 13 junho 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

sex 25/7

23:15-21:15

2 stops23h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

qua 27/8

06:10-12:40

2 stops29h 30m

£570

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

seg 10/11

17:15-15:20

1 stop24h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ter 18/11

16:20-11:50

1 stop17h 30m

£575

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

sex 12/9

13:00-13:40

1 stop25h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

qua 1/10

15:10-10:50

1 stop18h 40m

£582

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

sex 25/7

23:15-21:15

2 stops23h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

qua 27/8

14:15-12:40

2 stops21h 25m

£588

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 8/9

17:55-15:50

1 stop22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

dom 14/9

10:35-10:35

1 stop23h 00m

£592

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 15/8

20:25-06:25

1 stop35h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

dom 24/8

07:55-16:10

1 stop31h 15m

£608

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 15/8

10:05-20:15

1 stop35h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

dom 24/8

21:50-20:50

1 stop22h 00m

£625

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

seg 10/11

09:30-12:05

2 stops28h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ter 18/11

12:45-13:25

2 stops22h 40m

£641

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 8/9

19:00-13:20

2 stops19h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

dom 14/9

06:15-08:35

1 stop25h 20m

£669

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

qua 17/9

14:35-23:20

3 stops33h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

sáb 27/9

09:10-13:40

3 stops27h 30m

£687

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 12/6

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from South Africa 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 ZA to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from South 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 junho 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Edinburgh as you normally would.

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 13 junho 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and Air France from South Africa to Edinburgh. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
355 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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

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.

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

    £243 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 Emirates and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from £304 and £325, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from South Africa to Edinburgh is Cape Town Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from South Africa 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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