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Cheapest return flight
£624
Typical prices: £607-£753
Lufthansa
Thu 15/2Tue 27/2
JNB - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£268
Typical prices: £272-£425
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/1
JNB - EDI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Edinburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 8% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg £629 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 14h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh (JNB-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

Mon, 15 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
Lufthansa Logo
19:45 - 11:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
06:45 - 09:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£624Lufthansa
Sun, 13 Dec - Tue, 12 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 16:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl London Gatwick
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 03:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
£627Multiple Airlines
Tue, 16 Mar - Sat, 27 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 06:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
07:30 - 09:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£652Qatar Airways
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 29 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
00:20 - 09:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 11:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m1 stop Istanbul
£660Turkish Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
KLM Logo
19:40 - 16:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£667KLM
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
KLM Logo
19:40 - 16:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£670KLM
Tue, 9 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 09:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:20 - 22:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m1 stop Istanbul
£682Turkish Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Fri, 29 Jan
British Airways Logo
21:30 - 10:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
17:20 - 10:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
£683British Airways
Mon, 28 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 07:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:20 - 10:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
£703British Airways
Tue, 16 Mar - Sat, 27 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
07:30 - 04:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£768Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh typically range from £607 to £753. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £624 on Lufthansa.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh at £606 return.
•July (£738) and December (£693) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£268
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh takes 00m, covering 5,964 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh range from £607 to £753, with an average of £660 over the past 12 months. Anything below £607 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the £660 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £624 to £5,792. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £646, which is 87% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £34 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £644 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £711, a difference of £67.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 54m, compared to 15h 12m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 32m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 2 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (British Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Edinburgh Castle, and Usher Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average £644, about £67 less than Sunday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh trip for November. Fares historically average £606 return in that month – typically £132 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

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