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 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 9 operators available for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa as of June 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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13:30 - 22:10

EDI

CPT

31h 40m

1 stop

00:10 - 09:45

CPT

EDI

34h 35m

1 stop

£645Multiple Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Mon, 19 Oct

14:40 - 22:10

EDI

CPT

30h 30m

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00:10 - 17:25

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EDI

18h 15m

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£659Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

11:30 - 12:10

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JNB

22h 40m

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23:55 - 16:05

JNB

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18h 10m

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£674Multiple Airlines

Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

10:40 - 09:40

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JNB

21h 00m

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18:50 - 15:20

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22h 30m

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£676Turkish Airlines

Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

12:40 - 08:35

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18h 55m

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19:00 - 11:50

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EDI

41h 50m

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£677Brussels Airlines

Fri, 4 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

16:20 - 09:40

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39h 20m

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16h 50m

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£678Turkish Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

15:10 - 17:40

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12:05 - 06:25

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19h 20m

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£770Qatar Airways

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20:55 - 17:10

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18h 15m

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19:10 - 19:05

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EDI

25h 55m

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£884Emirates

Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

20:55 - 17:10

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18h 15m

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19:10 - 19:05

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EDI

25h 55m

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£887Emirates

Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

08:35 - 17:40

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32h 05m

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12:05 - 13:40

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EDI

26h 35m

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£911Qatar Airways

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KLM flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

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KLM

8 Nov

EDI13:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

20h 45m

2 stops

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

20 Nov

JNB23:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 45m

1 stop

EDI08:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£685

KLM

23 Jun

EDI13:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

20h 10m

2 stops

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

23 Jul

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 00m

1 stop

EDI10:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

£690

KLM

24 Jun

EDI13:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

31h 10m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

1 Jul

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m

1 stop

EDI23:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

£694

Qatar Airways flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

2 Sept

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 05m

1 stop

JNB04:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

12 Sept

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 45m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£718

Qatar Airways

15 Sept

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 10m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

2 Oct

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£719

Qatar Airways

5 Nov

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 20m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

12 Nov

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

26h 00m

1 stop

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£753

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13:30-22:10

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00:10-09:45

1 stop34h 35m

£645

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Thu 1/10

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1 stop18h 15m

£659

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EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 27/10

11:30-12:10

1 stop22h 40m

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23:55-16:05

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£674

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/11

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£676

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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Wed 16/9

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£677

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EDI - JNB

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/11

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£678

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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15:10-17:40

2 stops25h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

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2 stops19h 20m

£770

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EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

20:55-17:10

1 stop18h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 8/11

19:10-19:05

1 stop25h 55m

£884

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EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

20:55-17:10

1 stop18h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 8/11

19:10-19:05

1 stop25h 55m

£887

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EDI - DUR

EDIDUR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 28/9

08:35-17:40

3 stops32h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 4/10

12:05-13:40

2 stops26h 35m

£911

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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, February 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 £292. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £377.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh 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 £735 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 £634 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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Fastest flight time	14h 35m
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The fastest flight from Edinburgh to South Africa takes 14h 35m

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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 9 operators available for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to South Africa as of June 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 £411	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £507	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,530 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £556	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,084 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom £566	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,612 reviews	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £574	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £581	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,972 reviews	Search SWISS flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £635	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,059 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £645	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,591 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £689	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 306 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights

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

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

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