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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to South Africa from £393

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 28/5. 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
26 May — 2 Jun1
1 adult
Sun 26/5
Sun 2/6

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 £611 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 £666 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 £696 for the month, but tickets can be as low as £497. 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 SWISS flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS 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 853,037 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest SWISS flights we've come across from Edinburgh to South Africa. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 19/608:30EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 40mSWISS
Wed 26/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Deal found 20/5£681
Mon 10/619:40EDI - CPT
2 stops41h 50mSWISS
Wed 26/615:20CPT - EDI
2 stops27h 50mSWISS
Deal found 21/5£825
Tue 11/615:05EDI - CPT
2 stops24h 35mSWISS
Wed 26/615:20CPT - EDI
2 stops27h 50mSWISS
Deal found 21/5£880

Cheap RwandAir flights from Edinburgh to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by RwandAir 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 853,037 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest RwandAir flights we've found from Edinburgh to South Africa. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 12/1014:45EDI - JNB
3 stops23h 15mRwandAir
Fri 1/1116:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 21/5£913
Sat 12/1014:45EDI - JNB
3 stops23h 15mRwandAir
Fri 1/1116:50JNB - EDI
2 stops21h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 20/5£913
Tue 1/1014:45EDI - JNB
2 stops22h 05mRwandAir
Wed 9/1003:10JNB - EDI
2 stops28h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 21/5£929

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 853,037 searches. Prices were last updated on 21 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.
Thu 6/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/219:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£524
Thu 6/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Thu 6/219:50JNB - EDI
2 stops16h 20mKLM
Deal found 21/5£537
Thu 6/613:25EDI - JNB
2 stops18h 15mKLM
Thu 6/219:50JNB - EDI
2 stops16h 20mKLM
Deal found 21/5£561
Wed 19/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 20/5£648
Wed 19/608:30EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 40mSWISS
Wed 26/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Deal found 20/5£681
Tue 18/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£688
Wed 19/606:25EDI - JNB
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/616:50JNB - EDI
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£716
Wed 19/621:10EDI - JNB
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/614:30JNB - EDI
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£717
Wed 19/612:20EDI - JNB
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£718

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 853,037 searches. Data last updated 21 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.
Thu 6/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/219:50JNB - EDI
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£524
Thu 6/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Thu 6/219:50JNB - EDI
2 stops16h 20mKLM
Deal found 21/5£537
Thu 6/613:25EDI - JNB
2 stops18h 15mKLM
Thu 6/219:50JNB - EDI
2 stops16h 20mKLM
Deal found 21/5£561
Tue 1/1018:05EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/1019:35JNB - EDI
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£625
Wed 19/606:00EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Thu 4/723:15JNB - EDI
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 20/5£648
Sat 23/1108:25EDI - CPT
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1211:45CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£669
Thu 10/1012:50EDI - JNB
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/1019:35JNB - EDI
2 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£675
Thu 10/1012:50EDI - JNB
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Wed 30/1019:35JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 21/5£680
Wed 19/608:30EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 40mSWISS
Wed 26/619:35JNB - EDI
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Deal found 20/5£681

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 853,037 searches. Data last updated 21 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.
Tue 28/508:30EDI - CPT
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£393
Tue 17/916:45EDI - JNB
3 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£403
Tue 23/714:25EDI - JNB
3 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£412
Tue 28/519:45EDI - CPT
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£421
Sun 25/820:35EDI - CPT
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£422
Wed 24/716:00EDI - JNB
3 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£423
Tue 28/508:00EDI - CPT
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/5£448
Thu 13/617:45EDI - CPT
3 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£478
Tue 17/918:05EDI - JNB
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 20/5£493

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 853,037 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.

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£524 - £871

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Price

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 6/6

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/2

1 stop16h 45m

£524

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 6/6

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/2

2 stops16h 20m

£537

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/10

1 stop18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/10

1 stop18h 20m

£680

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 19/6

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/6

1 stop23h 35m

£681

Edinburgh TurnhouseCape Town Intl

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/9

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/9

1 stop18h 05m

£695

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/8

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/9

1 stop35h 15m

£731

Edinburgh TurnhouseJohannesburg OR Tambo

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/10

2 stops19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/10

2 stops45h 25m

£732

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 10/6

2 stops27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

2 stops22h 40m

£871

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Deals found on 21/5

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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 21 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edinburgh to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about SWISS, RwandAir and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,554 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

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.

7.9
Good
1,554 reviews
7.9
Good
1,554 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

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.

7.9
Good
47 reviews
7.9
Good
1,554 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

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.

7.8
Good
1,970 reviews
7.9
Good
1,554 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

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.

7.7
Good
4,369 reviews
7.9
Good
1,554 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

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.

7.6
Good
1,757 reviews
7.9
Good
1,554 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

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

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  • 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 Multiple Airlines for just £524, but on average you can expect to pay £677.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £448. Lufthansa flights start at £493 while deals on Brussels Airlines start at £532 one-way.

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

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

  • 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), East London Airport (ELS) 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 21/5.

  • When is the best time 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 £697). Flying from Edinburgh to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £928). 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 853,037 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£313Average£556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£434Average£602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£458Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£470Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£486Average£729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£492Average£668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£505Average£529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£544Average£788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£555Average£718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£685Average£945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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