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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from £375

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh departing on 23/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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23:59 - 16:05JNB-EDI
18h 06m1 stop
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11:40 - 11:50EDI-JNB
22h 10m1 stop
£532
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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
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18:50 - 16:35JNB-EDI
22h 45m1 stop
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11:45 - 08:30EDI-JNB
19h 45m1 stop
£546Air France
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Mon, 15 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep
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12:35 - 06:00CPT-EDI
19h 25m1 stop
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14:05 - 17:25EDI-CPT
25h 20m1 stop
£553Qatar Airways
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Mon, 10 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
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19:00 - 12:35CPT-EDI
19h 35m1 stop
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14:05 - 17:25EDI-CPT
25h 20m1 stop
£556Qatar Airways
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Mon, 10 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
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12:35 - 06:00CPT-EDI
19h 25m1 stop
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14:05 - 17:25EDI-CPT
25h 20m1 stop
£559Qatar Airways
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Mon, 10 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
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19:25 - 08:20JNB-EDI
13h 55m1 stop
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07:30 - 09:25EDI-JNB
24h 55m1 stop
£668British Airways
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19:25 - 08:20JNB-EDI
13h 55m1 stop
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07:30 - 09:25EDI-JNB
24h 55m1 stop
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Mon, 8 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep
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18:45 - 12:05CPT-EDI
19h 20m1 stop
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12:45 - 13:25EDI-CPT
22h 40m2 stops
£690Lufthansa
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Mon, 10 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
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18:45 - 12:05CPT-EDI
19h 20m1 stop
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12:45 - 14:35EDI-CPT
23h 50m2 stops
£692Lufthansa
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16:35 - 09:35CPT-EDI
18h 00m1 stop
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16:50 - 11:50EDI-CPT
18h 00m1 stop
£873Turkish Airlines
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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flight tickets
Qatar Airways
10 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
19h 25m
1 stop
EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
18 Nov
EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 20m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
£553
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Qatar Airways
10 Nov
CPT19:00Cape Town Intl
19h 35m
1 stop
EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
18 Nov
EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 20m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
£556
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Qatar Airways
10 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
19h 25m
1 stop
EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
18 Nov
EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 20m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
£559
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British Airways flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Our best British Airways deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flight tickets
British Airways
8 Sept
JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 55m
1 stop
EDI08:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
14 Sept
EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 55m
1 stop
JNB09:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
£668
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British Airways
8 Sept
JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 55m
1 stop
EDI08:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
14 Sept
EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 55m
1 stop
JNB09:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
£668
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 2 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

11:40-11:50

1 stop22h 10m

£532

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

18:50-16:35

1 stop22h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/9

11:45-08:30

1 stop19h 45m

£546

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

12:35-06:00

1 stop19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

£553

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

19:00-12:35

1 stop19h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

£556

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

12:35-06:00

1 stop19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

£559

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

19:25-08:20

1 stop13h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

07:30-09:25

1 stop24h 55m

£668

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

19:25-08:20

1 stop13h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

07:30-09:25

1 stop24h 55m

£668

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

18:45-12:05

1 stop19h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

12:45-13:25

2 stops22h 40m

£690

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

18:45-12:05

1 stop19h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

12:45-14:35

2 stops23h 50m

£692

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/8

16:35-09:35

1 stop18h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/9

16:50-11:50

1 stop18h 00m

£873

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh from South Africa, with most prices found around £487. If you don’t want to visit Edinburgh in February, then you should wait until January to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £534.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Edinburgh is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £596. Flights from South Africa to Edinburgh on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £735. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Edinburgh is in the morning. Flights from South Africa to Edinburgh during this time can be as low as £564. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around £753. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Edinburgh?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Edinburgh from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Edinburgh for around £610 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Edinburgh from South Africa for as low as £572 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Edinburgh flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Edinburgh flight.

Cheap South Africa to Edinburgh flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£375

Fastest flight time

13h 55m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Edinburgh

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Edinburgh from South Africa in the past 72 hours is £375. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Edinburgh found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £532.
The fastest flight from South Africa to Edinburgh takes 13h 55m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Edinburgh. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport and Cape Town Intl Airport - Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.
There is 1 airport near Edinburgh: Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Prices for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport are updated daily.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport 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 Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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LufthansaPriceFrom £343Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,276 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £409Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,935 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £453Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,384 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £524Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,609 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £552Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,224 reviews
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