Which airlines fly to Edinburgh?

British Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Edinburgh from South Africa according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Edinburgh. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Edinburgh on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse?

Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse

How long does it take to fly to Edinburgh?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Edinburgh depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 16h 50m on average, while flying from Port Elizabeth to Edinburgh is 22h 20m on average. Edinburgh is the most popular airport in Edinburgh.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is 7 as of September 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa 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.

R5 557 Cheap Flights from South Africa to Edinburgh in 2026/27

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Return

One-way

Last minute

Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

9:45 - 10:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin

20:40 - 8:25EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 45m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R11 736Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 29

13:45 - 6:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:05 - 8:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 752Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

13:45 - 14:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Gatwick

7:55 - 15:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 40m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

R12 752Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

20:20 - 12:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:05 - 15:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 752Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

17:55 - 9:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m1 stop Istanbul

16:20 - 11:00EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 40m1 stop Istanbul

R13 392Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 30

17:55 - 16:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 05m1 stop Istanbul

16:20 - 22:25EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m1 stop Istanbul

R13 621Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

13:35 - 19:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

31h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:55 - 11:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

R14 080Emirates

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Dec 7

13:35 - 19:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

31h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:55 - 11:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

R14 310Emirates

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

19:00 - 16:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:00 - 9:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R14 523Lufthansa

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

20:35 - 10:10CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

18:35 - 14:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 00m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 572British Airways

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

Recent last minute flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

18:25 - 23:40CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

30h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl London Stansted

6:20 - 16:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 20m2 stops London Stansted Dubai Intl

R15 162Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6

13:15 - 17:25CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

29h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl London Gatwick

6:20 - 18:05EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 45m2 stops London Stansted Dubai Intl

R15 392Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

0:15 - 20:55CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

9:15 - 21:25EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 555Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7

23:15 - 12:20CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

5:45 - 9:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 850KLM

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11

23:15 - 12:20CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

17:05 - 21:10EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 244KLM

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11

18:25 - 20:10CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

22:00 - 18:05EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

R18 703Emirates

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

18:25 - 20:10CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

22:00 - 18:05EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

R21 194Emirates

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

18:50 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

17:25 - 17:20EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 55m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo

R23 325British Airways

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

18:50 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

18:30 - 17:20EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo

R23 407British Airways

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

15:20 - 10:20CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

20h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow

17:25 - 14:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo

R40 241British Airways

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

SWISS flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Our best SWISS deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flight tickets

SWISS

Nov 7

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m

1 stop

EDI18:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

Nov 20

EDI7:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 998

SWISS

Oct 15

JNB12:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

2 stops

EDI16:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

Nov 30

EDI15:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 916

SWISS

Nov 7

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

50h 30m

2 stops

EDI15:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Nov 20

EDI7:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 097

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Oct 15

JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

EDI9:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

Nov 30

EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 40m

1 stop

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 392

Turkish Airlines

Oct 11

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 25m

1 stop

EDI16:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Oct 25

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

34h 20m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R14 015

Turkish Airlines

Nov 12

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

18h 25m

1 stop

EDI9:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Nov 19

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 25m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

R14 064

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

9:45-10:40

2 stops25h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/10

20:40-8:25

2 stops33h 45m

R11 736

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:45-6:00

1 stop18h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 23/11

14:05-8:40

1 stop16h 35m

R12 752

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

13:45-14:30

2 stops26h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/11

7:55-15:35

2 stops29h 40m

R12 752

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

20:20-12:35

1 stop18h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/11

14:05-15:35

1 stop23h 30m

R12 752

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

17:55-9:45

1 stop16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/11

16:20-11:00

1 stop16h 40m

R13 392

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

17:55-16:00

1 stop23h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/10

16:20-22:25

1 stop28h 05m

R13 621

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/11

13:35-19:05

1 stop31h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/12

20:55-11:35

1 stop36h 40m

R14 080

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

13:35-19:05

1 stop31h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/11

20:55-11:35

1 stop36h 40m

R14 310

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

19:00-16:25

2 stops22h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/10

6:00-9:40

1 stop25h 40m

R14 523

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

20:35-10:10

1 stop15h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/11

18:35-14:35

2 stops18h 00m

R15 572

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Edinburgh

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

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 R13 638.

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 R14 252 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 457 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Edinburgh flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Edinburgh flight.

Cheap South Africa to Edinburgh flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to Edinburgh

Best price found	R5 557
Fastest flight time	16h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Edinburgh from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R5 557. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Edinburgh found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 736.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Edinburgh takes 16h 50m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Edinburgh. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Edinburgh.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is 7 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa 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.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Edinburgh with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 819	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 247 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 556	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 577 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 827	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 155	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 454 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 285	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 326 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 701	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 665 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 982	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 239 reviews	Search British Airways flights

Stirling

Motherwell

St. Andrews

Falkirk

Perth

Fort William

Pitlochry

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Edinburgh?

Finding the right flight to Edinburgh from South Africa is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Edinburgh quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Edinburgh from South Africa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Edinburgh?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from South Africa to Edinburgh.

I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Edinburgh from South Africa are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.

An easier way to manage your Edinburgh trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Wed 28/10

Wed 4/11

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to the United Kingdom

Nearby airports

Airlines

Other United Kingdom destinations

Other flights from South Africa

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Airports servicing Scotland

Aberdeen Dyce Airport

Glasgow Airport

Inverness Airport

Cheap flights from South Africa to Edinburgh from R5 557

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from South Africa to Edinburgh departing on 2/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

Recent one-way flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

Recent last minute flight deals from South Africa to Edinburgh

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

SWISS flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Our best SWISS deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flight tickets

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Edinburgh

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to Edinburgh flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

See travel insights to Edinburgh from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Edinburgh

What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

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

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Edinburgh flights?

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Edinburgh Turnhouse?

Which airlines fly to Edinburgh?

How long does it take to fly to Edinburgh?

Cheap South Africa to Edinburgh flight deals and tips

Best price found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Edinburgh

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Edinburgh with momondo

Travelling to a place near Edinburgh?

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Edinburgh trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to the United Kingdom

Airports servicing Scotland

Fly your favourite airline to Edinburgh

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Popular Cities in the United Kingdom

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Fly to other destinations from South Africa

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Complete your trip to Edinburgh

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year