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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £234

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
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 6 March 2026.

Mon 11/521:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/518:35
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3£527
Sun 19/409:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop35h 00m
KLM
Sun 26/423:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop24h 55m
KLM
Deal found 4/3£559
Wed 4/311:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 29/418:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/3£563
Sun 17/521:15
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£565
Thu 4/616:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 13/617:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3£566
Mon 11/516:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 24/516:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3£567
Thu 4/617:25
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 13/623:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£570
Fri 1/510:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/518:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/3£571
Tue 10/314:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/313:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3£572
Thu 4/617:05
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
KLM
Sat 13/623:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop14h 05m
KLM
Deal found 2/3£573
Tue 14/405:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 05m
Air France
Tue 21/423:45
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop22h 10m
Air France
Deal found 3/3£573
Mon 20/413:35
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/423:45
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3£576

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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£559

One-way from

£234

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£659
KLM
  • KLM
  • 19/4-26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

13:10-11:05

2 stops20h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

£598

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

09:15-21:25

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

18:25-12:20

2 stops18h 55m

£599

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 17/4

10:40-09:40

2 stops22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

£644

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

05:45-13:35

3 stops30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

14:25-23:10

3 stops33h 45m

£650

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

11:00-18:40

2 stops29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

13:30-14:55

2 stops27h 25m

£653

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 9/5

09:20-21:25

1 stop35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

£655

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 20/4

13:00-14:35

3 stops24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

15:25-12:20

3 stops21h 55m

£665

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

05:45-12:40

2 stops29h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

07:40-16:10

1 stop33h 30m

£671

EdinburghDurban

EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

07:45-19:00

3 stops33h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 6/5

14:45-23:45

3 stops34h 00m

£690

EdinburghDurban

EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 17/4

09:10-10:35

3 stops24h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 24/4

12:05-19:00

3 stops31h 55m

£729

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £382). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £570). 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 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 6 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andAir France 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
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
1,467 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
3,746 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
Air France
7.4
Good
1,542 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
4,244 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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
7,778 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

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 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 20h 55m. Fly via KLM, Turkish Airlines, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5964 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 KLM, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £320. Qatar Airways flights start at £357 while deals on Lufthansa start at £403 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 - Cape Town Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £382). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £570). 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 10 airlines flying from Edinburgh to South Africa

Discover the top 10 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 6 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£407Average£717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£453Average£756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£499Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£551Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£560Average£770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£568Average£633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£594Average£856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£601Average£770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£639Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest£665Average£989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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