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R3 889 Cheap flights to Edinburgh

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0:10 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 10m1 stop London Gatwick
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7:30 - 9:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 00m1 stop London Stansted
R11 458Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25
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0:10 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 10m1 stop London Gatwick
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9:25 - 9:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 05m1 stop London Stansted
R11 506Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 25
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 13:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:55 - 4:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 845Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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14:05 - 13:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 15:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 877Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 10:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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16:20 - 10:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
R13 211British Airways
Mon, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 11
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 20:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 11:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 482Emirates
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 9:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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10:40 - 23:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R13 785Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 16:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R13 817Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 20:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 11:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 040Emirates
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
British Airways Logo
18:50 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:00 - 8:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 283British Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29

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Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/10

0:10-9:20

1 stop34h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/10

7:30-9:30

1 stop24h 00m

R11 458

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

0:10-9:20

1 stop34h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/10

9:25-9:30

1 stop22h 05m

R11 506

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

20:55-13:40

1 stop17h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 14/10

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R12 845

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

14:05-13:40

1 stop24h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 26/10

14:05-15:35

1 stop23h 30m

R12 877
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/3

22:00-10:10

1 stop14h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/3

16:20-10:25

1 stop16h 05m

R13 211

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

18:25-20:10

1 stop26h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 27/10

20:55-11:40

1 stop36h 45m

R13 482

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

16:35-9:45

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/10

10:40-23:00

1 stop34h 20m

R13 785

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

16:35-16:00

1 stop24h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/10

10:40-23:00

1 stop34h 20m

R13 817

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

20:00-20:05

1 stop25h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 21/10

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

R14 040

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

18:50-9:40

1 stop15h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/10

6:00-8:05

1 stop24h 05m

R15 283

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

If you are unable to visit Edinburgh during the month of November, then departing from South Africa during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 765.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Edinburgh from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Edinburgh for around R13 769 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Edinburgh from South Africa for as low as R13 084 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Find the cheapest flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse from your nearest city or airport
Find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO EDINBURGH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTNovember9% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh costs on average just R12 606 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO EDINBURGH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTJuly12% more expensiveIt costs about R15 474 for flights to Edinburgh from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO EDINBURGH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember401% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Edinburgh from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Edinburgh flight deals and tips

Summary info about Edinburgh flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R3 889

Best Round-Trip Price

R11 458

Fastest flight time

18h 15m

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July
The best one-way flight price to Edinburgh from South Africa in the last 5 days is R3 889 (Cape Town Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse).
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The best return flight price to Edinburgh from South Africa in the last 5 days is R11 458 (Cape Town Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse).
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The fastest flight to Edinburgh from South Africa takes 18h 15m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse).
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July has the highest demand for flights to Edinburgh, with a 5% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Edinburgh

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

Most flyers found that booking tickets 43 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Edinburgh. During this timeframe, flight prices are around R13 769.

Is there an alternative airport near Edinburgh?

Dundee Airport, Glasgow Intl Airport, Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Carlisle Lake District Airport or Newcastle upon Tyne Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Edinburgh.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Edinburgh?

Glasgow Intl Airport has an average price of R1 499 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Edinburgh. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Edinburgh?

Users booking trips to Edinburgh from London found flights 50% cheaper than the average price of flights to Edinburgh. To find the cheapest price to Edinburgh from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

Prices for flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can I find flights to Edinburgh with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Edinburgh with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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