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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £339

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 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£571

One-way from

£339

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£646
KLM
  • KLM
  • 8/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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18/6
  • 18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£53 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 8/513:20EDI - JNB
1 stop31h 00mKLM
Wed 28/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Deal found 20/2£571
Fri 21/317:05EDI - JNB
3 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/308:20JNB - EDI
3 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£612
Wed 26/211:15EDI - JNB
1 stop21h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 19/319:05JNB - EDI
1 stop17h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2£618
Sat 3/506:00EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/523:15CPT - EDI
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£623
Mon 3/305:45EDI - CPT
1 stop13h 45mKLM
Mon 17/302:30CPT - EDI
2 stops22h 40mKLM
Deal found 20/2£624
Fri 14/1113:25EDI - JNB
2 stops19h 30mKenya Airways
Sat 29/1117:00JNB - EDI
2 stops32h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2£643
Wed 4/606:00EDI - JNB
2 stops38h 20mAir France
Mon 9/623:15JNB - EDI
2 stops23h 00mAir France
Deal found 20/2£659
Mon 3/313:25EDI - CPT
2 stops30h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 18/323:00CPT - EDI
2 stops26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2£688
Sat 1/320:40EDI - JNB
1 stop17h 55mEmirates
Sat 8/322:20JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 45mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£711
Fri 21/314:05EDI - JNB
1 stop17h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 28/313:20JNB - EDI
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/2£726
Sat 3/506:00EDI - CPT
2 stops38h 25mAir France
Tue 13/523:15CPT - EDI
2 stops23h 00mAir France
Deal found 20/2£750
Wed 20/816:50EDI - CPT
1 stop18h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/916:35CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2£787

Find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa 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 21 February 2025.

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EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/5

13:20-21:20

1 stop31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

23:15-21:45

1 stop23h 30m

£571

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/3

17:05-20:00

3 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/3

08:20-10:35

3 stops28h 15m

£612

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/5

06:00-21:25

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

23:15-21:15

2 stops23h 00m

£623

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/3

05:45-21:30

1 stop13h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

02:30-23:10

2 stops22h 40m

£624

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/3

13:25-16:00

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/3

17:00-23:10

2 stops32h 10m

£646

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/6

06:00-21:20

2 stops38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

23:15-21:15

2 stops23h 00m

£659

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/3

07:30-09:25

1 stop23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/3

08:50-06:00

1 stop23h 10m

£660

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/3

13:25-21:40

2 stops30h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/3

23:00-23:10

2 stops26h 10m

£688

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 2/5

10:35-10:35

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

17:55-15:50

1 stop22h 55m

£699

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/4

21:50-10:15

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/4

22:20-20:15

1 stop22h 55m

£725

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £703). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Edinburgh to South Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, KLM and SWISS. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,449 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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 South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Edinburgh, you will be flying from Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £529. Turkish Airlines flights start at £548 while deals on Emirates start at £620 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    The most popular flight routes from Edinburgh to South Africa are Edinburgh Turnhouse - Cape Town Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Edinburgh Turnhouse - Durban King Shaka Intl.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to South Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa (average of £703). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa 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 South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to South Africa. 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 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£340Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£462Average£698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£510Average£808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£515Average£775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£522Average£772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£600Average£755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£607Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£625Average£879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£690Average£920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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RwandAirCheapest£1,035Average£1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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