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R10 352+ Cheap flights to Edinburgh

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— EDI
Mar 27 — Apr 31
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Flights to Edinburgh in 2025

Find the latest flights to Edinburgh in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 22 March 2025.

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R10 352

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 664
KLM
  • KLM
  • 21/5-12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flights to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 March 2025.

Wed 21/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop34h 10mKLM
Thu 12/613:20EDI - JNB
1 stop31h 00mKLM
Deal found 21/3R10 352
Tue 20/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/66:00EDI - JNB
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R12 536
Thu 1/520:40JNB - EDI
1 stop34h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 8/57:55EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R13 372
Mon 8/921:15JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 14/914:40EDI - JNB
1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/3R14 573
Mon 19/51:15JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 25mKenya Airways
Wed 11/66:00EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/3R15 374
Thu 1/513:25JNB - EDI
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Thu 29/521:50EDI - JNB
1 stop17h 25mEmirates
Deal found 21/3R16 029
Tue 20/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops22h 30mLufthansa
Thu 12/617:55EDI - JNB
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 21/3R19 467
Mon 5/516:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 50mRwandAir
Mon 12/514:45EDI - JNB
2 stops46h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 21/3R20 795
Thu 1/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops17h 50mBrussels Airlines
Thu 29/512:40EDI - JNB
2 stops42h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 21/3R23 652
Tue 20/510:40JNB - EDI
3 stops46h 05mSWISS
Wed 11/68:45EDI - JNB
3 stops29h 50mSWISS
Deal found 21/3R65 789

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

23:15-8:25

1 stop34h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

13:20-21:20

1 stop31h 00m

R10 352

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

23:15-16:25

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

6:00-21:20

2 stops38h 20m

R12 536

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

20:40-6:25

1 stop34h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/5

7:55-10:00

1 stop25h 05m

R13 372

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

21:15-10:40

1 stop14h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

14:40-7:00

1 stop15h 20m

R14 573

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

1:15-19:40

2 stops19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

6:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

R15 374

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

13:25-20:15

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

21:50-16:15

1 stop17h 25m

R16 029

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:00-16:30

2 stops22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

17:55-13:05

2 stops18h 10m

R19 467

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

16:50-13:40

2 stops21h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/5

14:45-14:20

2 stops46h 35m

R20 795

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

19:00-11:50

2 stops17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

12:40-8:35

2 stops42h 55m

R23 652

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

10:40-7:45

3 stops46h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

8:45-15:35

3 stops29h 50m

R65 789

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Best time to book a flight to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Edinburgh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

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 25 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Qatar Airways

From R713

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

From R467

British Airways

British Airways

From R722

KLM

KLM

From R593

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

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 22 March 2025.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

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.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

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
1 319 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

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
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

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
3 538 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

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.
Brussels Airlines
7,4
Good
344 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

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.

FAQs about flying to Edinburgh

  • 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 R481, while return flights cost around R817.

  • How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?

    A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around R64, however they can be found for as little as R45.

  • 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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