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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg from £318

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Johannesburg are usually found in February or May, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 26 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£556

One-way from

£318

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£649
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 8/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to Johannesburg
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2/4
  • 2/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£50 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2025.

Thu 8/516:50EDI - JNB
1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 28/517:55JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3£556
Tue 27/513:20EDI - JNB
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/618:50JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£557
Tue 27/517:25EDI - JNB
2 stops26h 55mAir France
Tue 24/618:50JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 45mAir France
Deal found 25/3£574
Wed 4/617:15EDI - JNB
1 stop27h 05mKLM
Mon 9/623:15JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Deal found 25/3£581
Fri 25/415:10EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 10/513:55JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3£675
Wed 4/609:10EDI - JNB
2 stops24h 45mKenya Airways
Sun 8/601:15JNB - EDI
2 stops32h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/3£730
Fri 9/508:40EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 40mSWISS
Fri 16/519:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 25mSWISS
Deal found 24/3£737
Thu 14/821:50EDI - JNB
1 stop30h 40mEmirates
Fri 29/810:05JNB - EDI
1 stop35h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/3£842
Fri 9/514:45EDI - JNB
2 stops46h 35mRwandAir
Fri 16/516:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 24/3£883
Sat 5/418:25EDI - JNB
2 stops37h 10mBrussels Airlines
Sun 11/519:00JNB - EDI
2 stops17h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 25/3£1,342

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

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EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/5

16:50-10:35

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

17:55-09:35

1 stop16h 40m

£556

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 27/5

13:20-21:20

1 stop31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

18:50-16:35

1 stop22h 45m

£557

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 27/5

17:25-21:20

2 stops26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

18:50-16:35

1 stop22h 45m

£574

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/6

17:15-21:20

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

23:15-21:45

1 stop23h 30m

£581

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 25/4

15:10-16:10

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/5

13:55-06:25

1 stop17h 30m

£675

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/6

09:10-10:55

2 stops24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

01:15-08:25

2 stops32h 10m

£730

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/5

08:40-09:20

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

19:35-18:00

1 stop23h 25m

£737

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 14/8

21:50-05:30

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/8

10:05-20:15

1 stop35h 10m

£842

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/5

14:45-14:20

2 stops46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

16:50-13:40

2 stops21h 50m

£883

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 5/4

18:25-08:35

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

19:00-11:50

2 stops17h 50m

£1,342

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from Edinburgh to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 EDI to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Edinburgh to Johannesburg in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Edinburgh to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 26 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg, such as Emirates, KLM and SWISS. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. 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 from for flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Johannesburg from Edinburgh. Booking flights from Turnhouse (EDI) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 10 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Edinburgh to Johannesburg is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £556 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air France and KLM, starting at £574 and £581 round-trip. Turkish Airlines is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is KLM, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £433. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Air France, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to Johannesburg for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

    Edinburgh to Johannesburg flights have a stopover in Amsterdam most often. Amsterdam is followed by London in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Amsterdam?

    Amsterdam travellers tend to visit De Dam, Melkweg, and Ziggo Dome more than anywhere else. Travelers on a layover in Amsterdam can visit De Dam, Melkweg, and Ziggo Dome, by traveling 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively after landing at Amsterdam Schiphol. Travellers can rent a car at Amsterdam Schiphol for an average daily rate of £31 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and London Bridge. Hyde Park, Tower Bridge and London Bridge are located about 12.5 mi, 16.5 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in London can hire a car from London Heathrow for about £32 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Edinburgh to Johannesburg flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg is Doha.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Johannesburg 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 Edinburgh to Johannesburg?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from Edinburgh to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£332Average£584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£451Average£665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£493Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£502Average£603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£504Average£681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£585Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£603Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£609Average£788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£672Average£807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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RwandAirCheapest£1,010Average£1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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