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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £302

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 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
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 27 July 2026.

Sat 19/909:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7£494
Mon 5/1005:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£581
Fri 9/1019:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£590
Tue 8/917:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 22/916:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/7£599
Thu 3/916:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 23/913:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/7£652
Thu 17/907:25
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops47h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/913:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7£653
Thu 13/820:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/913:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7£658
Thu 24/909:50
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1013:45
JNB
-
EDI
3 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£659
Tue 27/1011:30
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1123:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop14h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£659
Tue 1/922:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/910:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£661
Fri 28/805:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
KLM
Thu 17/923:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 55m
KLM
Deal found 26/7£662
Thu 15/1015:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1020:20
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£662

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 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£494

One-way from

£302

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£891
19/9-27/9
  • 19/9-27/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 70h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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15/8
  • 15/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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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 (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/9

09:10-22:10

1 stop36h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

00:10-09:55

1 stop34h 45m

£494

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 15/10

15:00-04:00

2 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

20:20-19:50

2 stops25h 30m

£662

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/9

17:00-10:30

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

13:30-16:00

2 stops27h 30m

£665

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

£665

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/9

10:45-10:15

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

17:55-16:00

1 stop23h 05m

£680

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 31/12

10:40-09:40

2 stops21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/1

18:50-09:40

1 stop16h 50m

£680

EdinburghDurban

EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

06:15-16:20

3 stops33h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 12/9

18:55-19:05

2 stops25h 10m

£702

EdinburghPort Elizabeth

EDI - PLZ

EDIPLZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

05:45-11:55

2 stops29h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 17/9

19:00-23:10

2 stops29h 10m

£711

EdinburghPort Elizabeth

EDI - PLZ

EDIPLZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

08:35-19:00

3 stops33h 25m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 17/9

08:35-13:40

2 stops30h 05m

£746

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

£767

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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 £667). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,050). 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 27 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Air France, andQatar Airways 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
1,550 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

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
1,550 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

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
1,627 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

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
4,454 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

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
8,130 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

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 30m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, KLM, or Emirates 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £317. Turkish Airlines flights start at £419 while deals on Emirates start at £456 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 £667). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,050). 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 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£410Average£742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£501Average£778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£552Average£812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£561Average£770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£562Average£778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£638Average£926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£644Average£768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£657Average£929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£683Average£775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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