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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh from R11 304

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 304

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 670
KLM
  • KLM
  • 20/5-11/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2025.

Tue 20/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 10mKLM
Wed 11/66:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Deal found 22/3R11 304
Tue 20/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/66:00EDI - JNB
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R12 542
Tue 1/413:55JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 31/815:10EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R13 889
Mon 8/921:15JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 14/914:40EDI - JNB
1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/3R14 581
Mon 19/51:15JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 25mKenya Airways
Wed 11/66:00EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 23/3R15 363
Thu 1/513:25JNB - EDI
1 stop31h 50mEmirates
Thu 29/521:50EDI - JNB
1 stop17h 25mEmirates
Deal found 22/3R15 982
Tue 6/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops17h 50mBrussels Airlines
Tue 13/512:40EDI - JNB
2 stops18h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 22/3R19 696
Tue 17/619:00JNB - EDI
2 stops22h 30mLufthansa
Thu 17/717:55EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 22/3R23 373
Tue 1/410:40JNB - EDI
3 stops46h 05mSWISS
Sun 31/819:20EDI - JNB
3 stops43h 15mSWISS
Deal found 22/3R69 317

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

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

1 stop14h 20m

R11 304

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 542

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 581

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 363

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

R15 982

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

19:00-11:50

2 stops17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/5

12:40-8:35

2 stops18h 55m

R19 696

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

11:30-6:25

2 stops19h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

15:10-16:10

1 stop24h 00m

R20 642

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

19:00-16:30

2 stops22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/7

17:55-8:35

1 stop13h 40m

R23 373

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 18 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh (average of R649). Flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of R909). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Edinburgh in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg 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.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 inches 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 23 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and Qatar Airways from Johannesburg to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

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
3 188 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

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
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

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
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

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
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

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.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
261 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Edinburgh. 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 into for flights to Edinburgh from Johannesburg?

    Most people fly into Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight to Edinburgh from Johannesburg. On average, Turnhouse has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day from 9 airlines. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 11,0 km from Edinburgh’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at R11 304. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R14 581 and R15 363, respectively. KLM is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights stop in London the next most. London is followed by Amsterdam in terms of the most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    London travellers tend to visit Hyde Park, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Russell Square more than any other notable places. Hyde Park, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Russell Square are located about 20,1 km, 25,2 km, and 23,5 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R513 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    Amsterdam travellers tend to visit Diamant Museum Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, and Osdorpplein more than any other attractions. Diamant Museum Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, and Osdorpplein can be accessed by travelling approximately 9,7 km, 9,9 km, and 6,3 km, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those landing in Amsterdam looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R310 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Edinburgh stopover in Nairobi least frequently. Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights stopping in Frankfurt am Main are the next rarest.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Edinburgh 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 Johannesburg to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Edinburgh (average of R649). Flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of R909). 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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SWISSCheapestR7 545AverageR12 089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 500AverageR12 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 599AverageR13 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 800AverageR15 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 977AverageR15 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 151AverageR15 656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 261AverageR15 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 764AverageR17 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 973AverageR17 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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