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Cheapest return flight
R12 859
Typical prices: R13 191-R16 110
Qatar Airways
Fri 16/11Fri 23/11
JNB - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 483
Typical prices: R6 205-R9 800
Qatar Airways
Sat 3/11
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
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R13 818 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh (JNB-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 15:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 859Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
7:30 - 8:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 976Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Brussels Airlines Logo
19:45 - 10:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
40h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Brussels Bruxelles-National
Brussels Airlines Logo
15:50 - 9:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
R13 059Brussels Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:30 - 23:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 35m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 - 13:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 00m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
R13 109Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 9:40JNB  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
R14 571Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 9:40JNB  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
R14 637Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 10:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
14:05 - 10:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 202British Airways
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Jan 3
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 17:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:35 - 10:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 451British Airways
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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20:55 - 20:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 701Emirates
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Jan 3
Emirates Logo
20:10 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
48h 55m3 stops Harare Lusaka Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 20:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m3 stops Dubai Intl Lusaka Harare
R47 085Emirates
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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 R13 191 to R16 110. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 859 on Qatar Airways.

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, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% 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 R12 876 return.
•July (R16 149) and August (R14 986) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% 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 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% 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

R5 483
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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 15 447 km.

  • 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 R13 191 to R16 110, with an average of R14 245 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 191 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 7% above the R14 245 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 R21 845, which is 173% 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 R138 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) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 5% 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. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 607 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R14 970, a difference of R1 362.

    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 15h 15m, compared to 15h 52m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 24m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

    Edinburgh is 1 hour 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?

    Dean Village is one of 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R13 607, about R1 362 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 11% 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 R12 876 return in that month – typically R3 273 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
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
    • Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1

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