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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £297

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£491

One-way from

£297

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£647
Air France
  • Air France
  • 1/2-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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1/2
  • 1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 15m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£30 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 16 January 2026.

Thu 15/117:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
KLM
Thu 22/123:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop36h 11m
KLM
Deal found 14/1£478
Sun 1/217:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/219:20
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£491
Thu 15/111:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Air France
Thu 22/119:20
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 20m
Air France
Deal found 14/1£502
Wed 24/605:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
KLM
Sat 11/723:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 15m
KLM
Deal found 15/1£506
Sun 1/211:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop33h 05m
KLM
Thu 12/219:20
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops22h 45m
KLM
Deal found 15/1£512
Tue 3/305:50
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/418:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£521
Tue 3/305:50
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
KLM
Tue 28/418:00
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops19h 20m
KLM
Deal found 13/1£535
Tue 3/316:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/1£541
Sat 23/509:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£557
Mon 27/405:50
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/523:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£560
Thu 17/921:25
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£565
Sat 21/318:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/307:55
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£594

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa 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 16 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to South Africa that are best for you.

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EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

17:05-21:20

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

23:15-08:30

1 stop34h 15m

£512

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/2

11:00-22:05

1 stop33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:20-16:05

2 stops22h 45m

£512

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 24/6

05:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

23:15-08:30

1 stop34h 15m

£513

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

11:40-12:10

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

18:00-20:55

1 stop27h 55m

£521

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

05:50-22:05

1 stop14h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

18:00-10:40

1 stop17h 40m

£526

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/3

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

18:00-09:40

1 stop16h 40m

£541

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

18:00-15:55

1 stop22h 55m

£541

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

13:10-21:20

1 stop31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

18:00-12:20

2 stops19h 20m

£542

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

20:30-22:05

1 stop23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

£549

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/3

18:00-21:55

1 stop25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

07:55-10:40

1 stop27h 45m

£594

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £402). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of £557). 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 16 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,175 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,679 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 21h 30m. Fly via KLM, Air France, or Kenya Airways 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 KLM, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £319. Lufthansa flights start at £352 while deals on Qatar Airways start at £356 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 - Port Elizabeth.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £402). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of £557). 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 16 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£404Average£707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£451Average£749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£487Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£541Average£739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£556Average£760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£565Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£593Average£854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£595Average£767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£595Average£783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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