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Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from £288

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 26/10. 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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Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 09:40
JNB
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EDI
16h 50m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 09:40
EDI
-
JNB
21h 00m
2 stops
£603Turkish Airlines
Tue, 15 Dec - Mon, 22 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 09:40
JNB
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EDI
16h 50m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 09:40
EDI
-
JNB
21h 00m
2 stops
£604Turkish Airlines
Tue, 15 Dec - Mon, 22 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 13:40
JNB
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EDI
24h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
15:10 - 09:10
EDI
-
JNB
17h 00m
1 stop
£604Qatar Airways
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 06:25
JNB
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EDI
17h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
07:55 - 09:10
EDI
-
JNB
24h 15m
1 stop
£605Qatar Airways
Tue, 14 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 07:50
JNB
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EDI
14h 15m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
17:55 - 10:25
EDI
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JNB
14h 30m
1 stop
£611British Airways
Tue, 15 Dec - Mon, 22 Feb
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 20:05
CPT
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EDI
31h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 18:05
EDI
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CPT
19h 05m
1 stop
£625Emirates
Sun, 30 Aug - Thu, 10 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 23:30
CPT
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EDI
31h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:20 - 11:50
EDI
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CPT
27h 30m
2 stops
£645Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Wed, 12 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:10 - 09:40
CPT
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EDI
34h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 22:10
EDI
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CPT
25h 15m
1 stop
£658Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 19:05
CPT
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EDI
31h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 16:45
EDI
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CPT
17h 50m
1 stop
£660Emirates
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
British Airways Logo
12:40 - 09:00
PLZ
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EDI
22h 20m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
07:25 - 18:25
EDI
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PLZ
33h 00m
2 stops
£798British Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

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Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Our best Kenya Airways deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flight tickets
Kenya Airways
18 Dec
CPT14:25Cape Town Intl
44h 00m
3 stops
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
31 Dec
EDI13:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 10m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
£784
Kenya Airways
17 Dec
CPT14:25Cape Town Intl
43h 05m
3 stops
EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
3 Jan
EDI05:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 55m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
£797

British Airways flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Our best British Airways deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flight tickets
British Airways
15 Dec
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 15m
1 stop
EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
22 Feb
EDI17:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 30m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
£611
British Airways
15 Dec
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 15m
1 stop
EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
22 Feb
EDI17:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 30m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
£615
British Airways
15 Dec
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 15m
1 stop
EDI07:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
22 Feb
EDI17:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 30m
1 stop
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
£621

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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 22 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

18:50-09:40

1 stop16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/2

10:40-09:40

2 stops21h 00m

£603

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

18:50-09:40

1 stop16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/2

10:40-09:40

2 stops21h 00m

£604

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

14:05-13:40

1 stop24h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

15:10-09:10

1 stop17h 00m

£604

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

14:05-06:25

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 28/7

07:55-09:10

1 stop24h 15m

£605
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

19:35-07:50

1 stop14h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/2

17:55-10:25

1 stop14h 30m

£611

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

22:00-18:05

1 stop19h 05m

£625

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

16:35-23:30

2 stops31h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/8

07:20-11:50

2 stops27h 30m

£645

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

00:10-09:40

1 stop34h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 23/10

19:55-22:10

1 stop25h 15m

£658

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/11

13:40-19:05

1 stop31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/11

20:55-16:45

1 stop17h 50m

£660

Port ElizabethEdinburgh

PLZ - EDI

PLZEDI

Port Elizabeth

Thu 19/11

12:40-09:00

2 stops22h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 23/11

07:25-18:25

2 stops33h 00m

£798

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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 May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh from South Africa, with most prices found around £410. If you don’t want to visit Edinburgh in May, then you should wait until July to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £458.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa 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 £635 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 £613 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 37% 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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Fastest flight time

16h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Edinburgh takes 16h 50m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Edinburgh. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Edinburgh.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

  • 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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LufthansaPriceFrom £509Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,086 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £553Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,064 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £557Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,407 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £564Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,730 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £567Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,530 reviews
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