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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg from £310

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
28 Nov — 5 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Johannesburg are usually found in May or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 29 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£579

One-way from

£310

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£732
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 3/12-11/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to Johannesburg
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15/11
  • 15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.

Wed 3/1206:00EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 30mLufthansa
Thu 11/1210:10JNB - EDI
2 stops27h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 28/10£579
Wed 3/1211:00EDI - JNB
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/1219:10JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 28/10£586
Tue 11/1105:50EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 15mKLM
Thu 20/1123:59JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 46mKLM
Deal found 28/10£588
Fri 21/1117:45EDI - JNB
2 stops35h 20mLufthansa
Tue 16/1210:10JNB - EDI
2 stops32h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 28/10£597
Mon 17/1109:20EDI - JNB
1 stop34h 45mKLM
Sat 7/223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop25h 11mKLM
Deal found 27/10£602
Tue 11/1108:40EDI - JNB
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1106:30JNB - EDI
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10£610
Fri 7/1105:50EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1119:20JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10£624
Mon 17/1111:40EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/219:20JNB - EDI
2 stops16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10£625
Sat 6/1213:30EDI - JNB
3 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1201:35JNB - EDI
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10£626

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg 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 29 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Return

Price

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/11

17:45-07:05

2 stops35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

10:10-16:55

2 stops32h 45m

£597

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/11

09:20-22:05

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

23:59-23:10

1 stop25h 11m

£602

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/11

05:50-22:05

1 stop14h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

19:20-10:40

1 stop17h 20m

£624

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

16:20-10:50

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

19:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

£635

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/1

11:00-22:05

1 stop33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

23:59-10:10

1 stop36h 11m

£640

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 15/1

07:30-03:55

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

22:00-12:55

1 stop16h 55m

£660

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

16:20-16:05

2 stops21h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

18:00-15:50

1 stop22h 50m

£665

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

11:00-12:10

2 stops23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

19:20-10:10

2 stops16h 50m

£680

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/1

14:05-15:35

1 stop23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

22:00-12:10

1 stop16h 10m

£685

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 15/11

08:20-07:10

2 stops20h 50m

£310

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg (average of £466). Flying from Edinburgh to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of £569). 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 EDI to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Edinburgh to Johannesburg in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Edinburgh to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 29 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways from Edinburgh to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,658 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,029 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,482 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. 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 from for flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Johannesburg from Edinburgh. Booking flights from Turnhouse (EDI) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

    Departing from Edinburgh to Johannesburg will take you 16h 30m. The distance from Edinburgh to Johannesburg is about 5964 mi. 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 Edinburgh to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Edinburgh to Johannesburg is Air France. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £455 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and Turkish Airlines, starting at £490 and £491 round-trip. Air France is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

    Edinburgh to Johannesburg flights have a stopover in Amsterdam most often. Amsterdam is followed by London in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Amsterdam?

    Amsterdam travellers tend to visit De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg more than anywhere else. Travelers on a layover in Amsterdam can visit De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg, by traveling 7.0 mi, 7.2 mi, and 6.3 mi, respectively after landing at Amsterdam Schiphol. Travellers can rent a car at Amsterdam Schiphol for an average daily rate of £35 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and London Bridge. Hyde Park, Tower Bridge and London Bridge are located about 12.5 mi, 16.5 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in London can hire a car from London Heathrow for about £22 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Edinburgh to Johannesburg flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg is Doha. Istanbul follows Doha in terms of the least common stopover location on Edinburgh to Johannesburg flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Johannesburg 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 Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg (average of £466). Flying from Edinburgh to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of £569). 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
Air FranceCheapest£455Average£623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£490Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£491Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£516Average£677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£556Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£593Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£599Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£606Average£777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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