What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to South Africa?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

KLM, British Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Edinburgh according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa?

There are 10 operators available for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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05:40 - 21:30

EDI

CPT

14h 50m

1 stop

13:15 - 23:20

CPT

EDI

35h 05m

2 stops

£584Multiple Airlines

Mon, 18 May - Sun, 31 May

07:20 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

26h 10m

2 stops

12:40 - 22:05

JNB

EDI

34h 25m

3 stops

£605Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

20:05 - 04:00

EDI

JNB

30h 55m

2 stops

12:40 - 22:20

JNB

EDI

34h 40m

2 stops

£609Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

21:55 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

35h 35m

2 stops

12:40 - 21:35

JNB

EDI

33h 55m

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£615Multiple Airlines

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05:45 - 15:50

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JNB

33h 05m

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17:00 - 16:20

JNB

EDI

48h 20m

2 stops

£652Kenya Airways

Mon, 11 May - Fri, 22 May

10:40 - 09:40

EDI

JNB

22h 00m

2 stops

19:10 - 10:00

JNB

EDI

16h 50m

1 stop

£656Turkish Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 24 Nov

07:55 - 17:15

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DUR

32h 20m

2 stops

12:05 - 06:25

DUR

EDI

19h 20m

2 stops

£720Qatar Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun

07:55 - 17:15

EDI

DUR

32h 20m

2 stops

12:00 - 15:05

DUR

EDI

28h 05m

2 stops

£738Qatar Airways

Wed, 13 May - Tue, 19 May

22:00 - 16:35

EDI

DUR

17h 35m

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18:40 - 20:05

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EDI

26h 25m

1 stop

£769Emirates

Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

22:00 - 16:35

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DUR

17h 35m

1 stop

18:40 - 20:05

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EDI

26h 25m

1 stop

£795Emirates

Wed, 10 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun

Kenya Airways flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

11 May

EDI05:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

33h 05m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22 May

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

48h 20m

2 stops

EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£652

Kenya Airways

28 Aug

EDI09:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

29h 35m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16 Sept

JNB01:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 20m

2 stops

EDI19:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£676

Kenya Airways

28 Aug

EDI09:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 40m

2 stops

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16 Sept

JNB01:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 20m

2 stops

EDI19:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£705

Turkish Airlines flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

22 Sept

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 00m

2 stops

JNB09:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

24 Nov

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

EDI10:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£656

Turkish Airlines

12 Sept

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 00m

2 stops

JNB09:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

27 Sept

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£694

Turkish Airlines

9 Sept

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

28 Sept

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£696

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13:15-23:20

2 stops35h 05m

£584

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EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

07:20-10:30

2 stops26h 10m

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Wed 10/6

12:40-22:05

3 stops34h 25m

£605

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EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

20:05-04:00

2 stops30h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:40-22:20

2 stops34h 40m

£609

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EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 8/5

21:55-10:30

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12:40-21:35

3 stops33h 55m

£615

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EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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05:45-15:50

2 stops33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

17:00-16:20

2 stops48h 20m

£652

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EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

10:40-09:40

2 stops22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

19:10-10:00

1 stop16h 50m

£656

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EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/6

07:55-17:15

2 stops32h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 22/6

12:05-06:25

2 stops19h 20m

£720

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EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

07:55-17:15

2 stops32h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 19/5

12:00-15:05

2 stops28h 05m

£738

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EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

22:00-16:35

1 stop17h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 10/6

18:40-20:05

1 stop26h 25m

£769

EdinburghDurban

EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/6

22:00-16:35

1 stop17h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 22/6

18:40-20:05

1 stop26h 25m

£795

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £624. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of November, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £636.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around £705 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Edinburgh for as low as £607 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Edinburgh to South Africa flight.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa?
There are 10 operators available for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £422	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,317 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £495	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,501 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom £528	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,577 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £544	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,935 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £554	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £568	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,924 reviews	Search SWISS flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £585	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,896 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £635	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,561 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £645	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 302 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom £657	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights

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Can I find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to South Africa from Edinburgh with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Edinburgh and South Africa by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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