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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £314

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 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 17 March 2026.

Thu 4/616:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 13/617:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/3£572
Sat 16/506:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/518:35
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3£579
Sat 18/405:55
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/414:30
JNB
-
EDI
3 stops34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3£592
Sat 13/616:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/613:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/3£593
Mon 4/515:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/3£598
Fri 1/510:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/513:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/3£600
Fri 15/510:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 26/517:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/3£602
Tue 8/905:45
EDI
-
CPT
3 stops30h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 22/914:25
CPT
-
EDI
3 stops30h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3£634
Thu 5/1105:45
EDI
-
CPT
3 stops29h 50m
Kenya Airways
Thu 12/1114:25
CPT
-
EDI
3 stops43h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/3£639
Thu 3/907:45
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3£646
Mon 27/408:20
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/513:15
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3£647
Mon 11/505:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/518:25
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3£649

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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£572

One-way from

£314

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£691
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 4/6-13/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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13/4
  • 13/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/4

13:10-21:20

1 stop31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

£602

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

13:10-21:20

1 stop31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

£604

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 16/5

10:40-10:30

1 stop22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

18:00-09:40

1 stop16h 40m

£631

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/5

07:50-11:30

2 stops26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

£687

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 22/4

13:45-09:00

1 stop18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

£690

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 13/6

13:10-21:25

1 stop31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

23:15-23:10

1 stop24h 55m

£696
Fastest return journey

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/8

18:50-15:20

2 stops19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

12:40-06:25

1 stop18h 45m

£698

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

05:45-09:45

2 stops27h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

07:40-08:30

1 stop25h 50m

£705

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 16/5

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

16:35-09:40

1 stop18h 05m

£714

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/4

07:55-04:00

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

20:40-06:25

1 stop34h 45m

£735

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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 £295). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £573). 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 17 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
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

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
1,472 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

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
3,736 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

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
Air France
7.4
Good
1,546 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

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
4,258 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

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
7,799 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

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 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 17h 35m. Fly via KLM, Turkish Airlines, or Emirates to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6246 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 £319. KLM flights start at £322 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £421 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £295). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £573). 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 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£409Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£456Average£760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£505Average£745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£554Average£779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£563Average£774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£571Average£622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£596Average£861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£623Average£810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£646Average£767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest£669Average£993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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