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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh from £262

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£487

One-way from

£262

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£508
9/4-23/4
  • 9/4-23/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£26 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Tue 25/210:10JNB - EDI
2 stops27h 50mLufthansa
Tue 4/312:35EDI - JNB
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2£423
Wed 9/409:50JNB - EDI
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 23/423:25EDI - JNB
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£487
Mon 19/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 10mKLM
Wed 11/609:10EDI - JNB
1 stop35h 10mKLM
Deal found 20/2£496
Sat 22/320:25JNB - EDI
1 stop24h 40mSWISS
Sat 29/307:40EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Deal found 20/2£537
Tue 20/517:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/616:50EDI - JNB
1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2£554
Mon 19/521:15JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 12/614:45EDI - JNB
1 stop15h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2£584
Tue 8/401:15JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 30mKenya Airways
Wed 23/406:00EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2£667
Thu 14/813:55JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 19/815:10EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2£671
Thu 27/222:20JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 45mEmirates
Sun 2/320:40EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 10mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£680
Wed 21/516:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 50mRwandAir
Thu 12/614:45EDI - JNB
2 stops22h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 20/2£746
Thu 1/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops17h 50mBrussels Airlines
Thu 29/512:40EDI - JNB
2 stops42h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 20/2£1,038

Find flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

09:50-16:25

2 stops31h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/4

23:25-08:35

2 stops32h 10m

£487

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

23:15-16:25

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

09:10-21:20

1 stop35h 10m

£496

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/3

20:25-19:05

1 stop24h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 29/3

07:40-10:25

1 stop24h 45m

£537

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

17:50-09:35

1 stop16h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

16:50-10:35

1 stop16h 45m

£554

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

21:15-14:40

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

14:45-07:00

1 stop15h 15m

£584

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

01:15-21:45

2 stops21h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/4

06:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

£667

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/8

13:55-06:25

1 stop17h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 19/8

15:10-16:10

1 stop24h 00m

£671

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

19:00-16:30

2 stops22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

05:55-08:35

1 stop25h 40m

£691

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

16:50-13:40

2 stops21h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/6

14:45-14:20

2 stops22h 35m

£746

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

13:25-20:15

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/7

21:50-20:50

1 stop22h 00m

£797

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 18 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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 OR Tambo 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 20 February 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday 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 20 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and SWISS 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
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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
3,613 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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 OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 5 airlines have flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at £496, KLM will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SWISS and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £537 and £554, respectively. KLM is 22% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh are Qatar Airways (£262), Kenya Airways (£332), and Turkish Airlines (£334).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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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SWISSCheapest£322Average£419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£360Average£511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£476Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£552Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£591Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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