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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £415

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 29/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
EDI — JNB
16 May — 23 May1
1 adult
Thu 16/5
Thu 23/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa?

Users have found that booking a flight from Edinburgh to South Africa at least 60 days early can save you up to 14% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 60 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Edinburgh to South Africa for as little as £620 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as £675 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Edinburgh. Users have commonly found prices around £706 for the month, but tickets can be as low as £505. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa (EDI - ZA)?

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.

Cheap Air France flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between Edinburgh and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 868,510 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Air France flights we've come across from Edinburgh to South Africa. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mAir France
Mon 8/718:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mAir France
Deal found 11/5£525
Mon 10/617:05EDI - CPT
2 stops27h 20mAir France
Tue 25/623:15CPT - EDI
2 stops22h 40mAir France
Deal found 10/5£863
Mon 10/617:05EDI - CPT
2 stops27h 20mAir France
Mon 24/623:00CPT - EDI
2 stops42h 20mAir France
Deal found 10/5£952

Cheap British Airways flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Edinburgh and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 868,510 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest British Airways flights we've found from Edinburgh to South Africa. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sun 16/617:30EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 4/719:20JNB - EDI
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/5£822
Fri 21/618:20EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 4/719:20JNB - EDI
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/5£873
Fri 28/618:20EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 17/719:20JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/5£1,065
Fri 28/618:20EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 14/719:20JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/5£1,079

Cheap Edinburgh to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Edinburgh to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 868,510 searches. Prices were last updated on 11 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 18/617:25EDI - JNB
1 stop26h 55mKLM
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 10/5£509
Wed 19/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/5£519
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mAir France
Mon 8/718:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mAir France
Deal found 11/5£525
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/718:50JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5£545
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5£546
Tue 18/617:25EDI - JNB
1 stop26h 55mKLM
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/5£549
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£558
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/718:50JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£578
Tue 18/617:05EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£583

Edinburgh to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Edinburgh and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 868,510 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Edinburgh to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 18/617:25EDI - JNB
1 stop26h 55mKLM
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 10/5£509
Wed 19/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/5£519
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mAir France
Mon 8/718:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mAir France
Deal found 11/5£525
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/718:50JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5£545
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5£546
Tue 18/617:25EDI - JNB
1 stop26h 55mKLM
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/5£549
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£558
Mon 10/617:05EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/718:50JNB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£578
Tue 18/617:05EDI - JNB
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£583

One-way flights to South Africa from Edinburgh

Search for one-way flight options from Edinburgh to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 868,510 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Edinburgh to South Africa can select one of these great deals. Users needing a return flight from Edinburgh to South Africa should utilize the search form above.
Thu 29/807:00EDI - CPT
3 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£415
Tue 27/813:10EDI - CPT
2 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£420
Tue 27/820:30EDI - CPT
3 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£430
Wed 28/820:30EDI - CPT
3 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£435
Thu 29/807:00EDI - CPT
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£472
Sun 25/820:35EDI - CPT
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£477
Sat 17/820:30EDI - DUR
3 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£487
Fri 30/821:10EDI - CPT
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5£489
Thu 29/818:05EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 10/5£494

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 868,510 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2024.

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Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/6

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/7

1 stop33h 20m

£509

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/6

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/7

1 stop16h 45m

£525

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/6

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/7

2 stops18h 50m

£545

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/8

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/9

1 stop35h 15m

£640

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/9

2 stops23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/10

2 stops15h 30m

£676

Edinburgh TurnhouseCape Town Intl

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/9

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/9

1 stop18h 05m

£707

Edinburgh TurnhouseCape Town Intl

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/10

2 stops44h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/10

2 stops25h 20m

£817

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/6

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/7

1 stop15h 00m

£822

Edinburgh TurnhouseCape Town Intl

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/10

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/10

3 stops27h 45m

£931

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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 11 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about Air France, British Airways and KLM. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.9
Good
1,589 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,589 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,589 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

RwandAir
7.9
Good
49 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,589 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

SWISS
7.8
Good
2,003 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,589 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,417 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,589 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Air France
7.6
Good
1,777 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,589 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Edinburgh to South Africa for under £600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Edinburgh to South Africa for under £600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on KLM for just £509, but on average you can expect to pay £600.

  • 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 £494. KLM flights start at £541 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £556 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 - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Cape Town Intl and Edinburgh Turnhouse - Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    Before booking your flight from Edinburgh to South Africa check out the most popular airlines for this route: Air France, British Airways or Etihad Airways.

  • What does EDI to JNB mean?

    This is defined as Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Edinburgh to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Edinburgh to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Edinburgh to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Edinburgh to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Edinburgh to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Edinburgh to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/5.

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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 868,510 searches. Data last updated 11 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£318Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£440Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£459Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£477Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£492Average£735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£499Average£678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£512Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£553Average£800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£563Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£696Average£957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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