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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £313

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
21 Aug — 28 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 July 2026.

Fri 4/907:35
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£556
Thu 17/921:15
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£560
Fri 9/1015:45
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£624
Tue 18/806:15
EDI
-
CPT
3 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/813:15
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7£653
Tue 1/906:15
EDI
-
DUR
3 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/908:30
DUR
-
EDI
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£657
Thu 24/916:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 28/918:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/7£665
Thu 12/1110:15
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop19h 20m
SWISS
Wed 18/1109:20
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop35h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 20/7£666
Mon 10/820:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/810:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7£667
Wed 7/1012:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1019:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£671
Sat 5/908:05
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops47h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/917:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7£672
Thu 20/807:25
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops47h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/810:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£673
Tue 27/1016:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/1118:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/7£673

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 22 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£556

One-way from

£313

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£899
4/9-16/9
  • 4/9-16/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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4/9
  • 4/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghDurban

EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

06:15-11:35

3 stops28h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 12/9

08:30-13:40

2 stops30h 10m

£657

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/9

16:55-09:40

2 stops39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

18:00-09:40

1 stop16h 40m

£665

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/9

16:55-10:15

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

17:55-15:55

1 stop23h 00m

£679

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/12

16:20-11:00

1 stop16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

18:50-15:20

1 stop22h 30m

£679

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/8

10:40-09:40

2 stops22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

£740

EdinburghPort Elizabeth

EDI - PLZ

EDIPLZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

06:15-14:50

3 stops31h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 25/8

08:05-13:05

3 stops30h 00m

£757

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/1

11:00-05:45

1 stop16h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/1

00:30-16:05

1 stop17h 35m

£764

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 23/8

17:05-21:10

1 stop27h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

£764
Fastest return journey

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/8

05:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

£772

EdinburghPort Elizabeth

EDI - PLZ

EDIPLZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

05:45-11:55

2 stops29h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 11/9

15:45-16:10

2 stops25h 25m

£776

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £664). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,043). 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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa, you should look to book at least 69 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 22 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Air France, andTurkish Airlines from Edinburgh to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,543 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,543 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,628 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,451 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,748 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

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
8,124 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,543 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

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 Edinburgh to South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Edinburgh, you will be flying from Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Edinburgh to South Africa in 16h 45m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, KLM, or Emirates to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6342 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £316. Turkish Airlines flights start at £417 while deals on Emirates start at £453 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Edinburgh to South Africa are Edinburgh Turnhouse - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Cape Town Intl and Edinburgh Turnhouse - Durban King Shaka Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £664). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,043). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Edinburgh to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to South Africa. 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 22 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£404Average£742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£498Average£767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£549Average£817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£558Average£765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£561Average£773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£634Average£940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£640Average£753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£654Average£1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£679Average£785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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