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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £355

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
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 19 May 2026.

Fri 5/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 26/613:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5£610
Thu 4/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 4/713:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5£619
Wed 3/609:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/612:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5£620
Sat 13/616:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 20/613:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5£658
Wed 30/916:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 4/1013:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£670
Wed 3/605:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
KLM
Wed 17/623:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 15m
KLM
Deal found 18/5£677
Wed 30/909:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops29h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sat 3/1001:15
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops32h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/5£677
Wed 27/507:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/619:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5£679
Wed 10/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/618:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£688
Thu 21/522:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Emirates
Mon 25/513:30
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop31h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 15/5£689
Fri 6/1111:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 21/1113:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£691
Thu 11/607:55
EDI
-
DUR
2 stops32h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/612:05
DUR
-
EDI
2 stops19h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5£726

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 19 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£610

One-way from

£355

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£664
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/6-26/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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8/6
  • 8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 19 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

22:00-05:30

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

£734

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

17:50-08:35

1 stop13h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

08:45-16:25

1 stop32h 40m

£739

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

16:55-09:40

2 stops39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

£763

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 15/6

07:55-10:15

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

13:15-06:25

1 stop18h 10m

£775

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 15/10

15:30-17:30

2 stops25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

17:15-10:00

1 stop18h 45m

£816

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 15/6

11:35-21:25

2 stops32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

23:15-22:10

1 stop23h 55m

£850

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

17:05-21:20

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

£851

EdinburghDurban

EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 13/6

07:55-10:40

2 stops25h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 20/6

10:35-13:40

3 stops28h 05m

£891

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

06:10-12:40

2 stops29h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

14:15-16:25

2 stops51h 10m

£905

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 20/6

07:55-10:15

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/6

14:15-16:25

2 stops51h 10m

£908

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

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.

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 £289). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in March is currently the most expensive (average of £1,192). 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 19 May 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
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,726 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Air France
7.4
Good
1,588 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,378 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,986 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 13h 45m. Fly via Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, or Qatar 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £316. Turkish Airlines flights start at £418 while deals on Emirates start at £454 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 £289). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in March is currently the most expensive (average of £1,192). 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 19 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£435Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£502Average£750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£518Average£795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£550Average£777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£565Average£771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£574Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£591Average£860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£642Average£815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£680Average£761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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