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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth from £759

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — PLZ
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ). 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 17 October 2025.

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£759
1/3-16/3
  • 1/3-16/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Sun 1/314:05EDI - PLZ
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/319:35PLZ - EDI
2 stops43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£759
Sun 1/320:30EDI - PLZ
2 stops37h 25mKLM
Mon 16/315:45PLZ - EDI
2 stops23h 00mKLM
Deal found 16/10£759
Sat 14/316:20EDI - PLZ
2 stops20h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/315:45PLZ - EDI
2 stops20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/10£873
Sat 14/307:40EDI - PLZ
2 stops45h 55mSWISS
Wed 18/313:30PLZ - EDI
2 stops31h 25mSWISS
Deal found 14/10£925

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth 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 17 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth that are best for you.

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EdinburghPort Elizabeth

EDI - PLZ

EDIPLZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

14:05-13:55

2 stops21h 50m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 16/3

19:35-12:35

2 stops43h 00m

£759

EdinburghPort Elizabeth

EDI - PLZ

EDIPLZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

20:30-11:55

2 stops37h 25m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 16/3

15:45-12:45

2 stops23h 00m

£759

EdinburghPort Elizabeth

EDI - PLZ

EDIPLZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 14/3

16:20-15:05

2 stops20h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 18/3

15:45-10:00

2 stops20h 15m

£873

EdinburghPort Elizabeth

EDI - PLZ

EDIPLZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 14/3

07:40-07:35

2 stops45h 55m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 18/3

13:30-18:55

2 stops31h 25m

£925

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Deals found on 15/10

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to PLZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Port Elizabeth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Port Elizabeth. 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 Port Elizabeth. Reviews last updated 17 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth, such as Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,652 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,652 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,652 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth?

    For as low as £759, KLM can have you in Port Elizabeth from Edinburgh in 37h 25m. The distance from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth is about 6440 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Port Elizabeth, with prices starting at £731.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£731Average£835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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