What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh?

If you book a flight to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 11,0 km from the centre of Edinburgh.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Edinburgh . Flying to Edinburgh in June will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Can I find cheaper flights to Edinburgh if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Edinburgh on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Edinburgh?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Edinburgh.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh Turnhouse is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh. One-way flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse typically cost R716, while return flights cost around R1 374.

How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?

A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around R89, however they can be found for as little as R75.

Where does the fastest flight to Edinburgh depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Edinburgh, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 20 minutes).

Does Edinburgh Turnhouse have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Edinburgh Turnhouse can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse?

Yes. Edinburgh Turnhouse has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Carlowrie Castle is the closest property to Edinburgh Turnhouse (0,0 km away from Edinburgh Turnhouse).

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Wed 9/4

9:50-16:25

2 stops31h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/4

23:25-8:35

2 stops32h 10m

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JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

23:15-16:25

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

9:10-21:20

1 stop35h 10m

R11 522

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/3

20:25-19:05

1 stop24h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 29/3

7:40-10:25

1 stop24h 45m

R12 480

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

17:50-9:35

1 stop16h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

16:50-10:35

1 stop16h 45m

R12 867

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

21:15-14:40

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

14:45-7:00

1 stop15h 15m

R13 568

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

1:15-21:45

2 stops21h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/4

6:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

R15 485

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/8

13:55-6:25

1 stop17h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 19/8

15:10-16:10

1 stop24h 00m

R15 577

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

19:00-16:30

2 stops22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

5:55-8:35

1 stop25h 40m

R16 038

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

16:50-13:40

2 stops21h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

14:45-14:20

2 stops22h 35m

R17 329

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

13:25-20:15

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/7

21:50-20:50

1 stop22h 00m

R18 508

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When is the best time to book a flight to Edinburgh?

The price you pay for your flight to Edinburgh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 18 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Edinburgh?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh takes 14 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Edinburgh from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Edinburgh?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Edinburgh should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Edinburgh?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh are Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and British Airways.

Qatar Airways

From R711

Lufthansa

From R463

British Airways

From R750

KLM

From R596

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Edinburgh?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh are SWISS, Lufthansa and Air France.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and SWISS to Edinburgh to help guide your decision. 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

3 276 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 333 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 568 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 609 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

3 834 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh?
If you book a flight to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 11,0 km from the centre of Edinburgh.
Can I find cheaper flights to Edinburgh if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Edinburgh on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Edinburgh.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh Turnhouse is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh. One-way flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse typically cost R716, while return flights cost around R1 374.
How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?
A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around R89, however they can be found for as little as R75.
Where does the fastest flight to Edinburgh depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Edinburgh, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 20 minutes).
Does Edinburgh Turnhouse have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Edinburgh Turnhouse can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse?
Yes. Edinburgh Turnhouse has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Carlowrie Castle is the closest property to Edinburgh Turnhouse (0,0 km away from Edinburgh Turnhouse).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh?

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What is the best airline to fly to Edinburgh?

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