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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from £250

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
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 22 March 2026.

Wed 6/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/507:20
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3£548
Mon 4/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/507:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£561
Tue 5/514:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/506:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£565
Thu 2/414:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/407:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3£569
Wed 1/420:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 13/415:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3£570
Tue 31/314:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/407:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3£572
Mon 4/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/515:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3£573
Tue 5/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/507:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3£573
Wed 29/413:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 28/507:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/3£573
Tue 19/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/614:50
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3£574
Tue 19/517:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3£576
Sun 3/518:25
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop26h 40m
Emirates
Sun 10/522:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 19/3£577

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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£561

One-way from

£250

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£596
4/5-11/5
  • 4/5-11/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • South Africa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£28 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 22 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa 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

Wed 20/5

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

13:10-11:05

2 stops20h 55m

£629

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

13:30-20:05

1 stop31h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/5

22:00-05:30

1 stop30h 30m

£644

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

12:40-13:40

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 25/4

15:00-15:50

1 stop23h 50m

£648

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 25/5

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

£649

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

13:30-20:05

1 stop31h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

22:00-20:35

1 stop21h 35m

£651

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/4

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/4

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

£654

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/4

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/4

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

£654

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

£657

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

15:25-07:40

2 stops41h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

19:40-09:20

1 stop36h 40m

£663

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

19:10-20:05

1 stop25h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/6

22:00-20:35

1 stop21h 35m

£666

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Deals found on 21/3

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh

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Estimated return price
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of £416). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of £542). 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 22 March 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
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,733 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,268 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,860 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,807 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 17h 55m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £629. 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?

    £232 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and British Airways, with prices starting from £237 and £327, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh (average of £416). Flying from South Africa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of £542). 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£405Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£497Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£505Average£778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£521Average£635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£549Average£720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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