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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh from £438

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£438

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£581
KLM
  • KLM
  • 21/5-11/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
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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 25 March 2025.

Wed 21/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/611:45EDI - JNB
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£438
Mon 19/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 10mKLM
Tue 10/617:15EDI - JNB
1 stop27h 05mKLM
Deal found 25/3£493
Tue 20/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops22h 30mLufthansa
Wed 11/617:55EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 25/3£616
Mon 8/919:25JNB - EDI
1 stop13h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 14/914:40EDI - JNB
1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/3£618
Mon 19/501:15JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 25mKenya Airways
Wed 11/606:00EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/3£653
Thu 8/522:20JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 55mEmirates
Thu 15/521:50EDI - JNB
1 stop17h 25mEmirates
Deal found 24/3£679
Mon 28/416:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 50mRwandAir
Sat 10/514:45EDI - JNB
2 stops22h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 25/3£722
Sun 27/419:35JNB - EDI
1 stop24h 20mSWISS
Sat 10/518:45EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 35mSWISS
Deal found 25/3£728
Tue 20/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops17h 50mBrussels Airlines
Wed 11/612:40EDI - JNB
2 stops18h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 24/3£743
Mon 8/911:30JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 14/915:10EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3£876

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

17:15-21:20

1 stop27h 05m

£438

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

23:15-16:25

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/6

11:45-08:30

1 stop19h 45m

£493

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:00-16:30

2 stops22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

17:55-08:35

1 stop13h 40m

£616

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

19:25-08:20

1 stop13h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

14:40-07:00

1 stop15h 20m

£618

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

01:15-19:40

2 stops19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

06:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

£653

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

22:20-20:15

1 stop22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 15/5

21:50-16:15

1 stop17h 25m

£679

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/4

16:50-13:40

2 stops21h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 10/5

14:45-14:20

2 stops22h 35m

£722

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/4

19:35-18:55

1 stop24h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 10/5

18:45-09:20

1 stop13h 35m

£728

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:00-11:50

2 stops17h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

12:40-08:35

2 stops18h 55m

£743

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

11:30-06:25

2 stops19h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/9

15:10-16:10

1 stop24h 00m

£876

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Deals found on 25/3

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh

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 21 March 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 25 March 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 25 March 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

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
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

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
1,318 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

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
1,569 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

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
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

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.
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
344 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

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 £438, 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 Lufthansa and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £616 and £618, respectively. KLM is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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£313Average£408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£464Average£623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£539Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£579Average£681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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