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Cheapest return flight
R12 451
Typical prices: R12 706-R15 518
SWISS, Brussels Airlines
Sun 28/1Thu 15/2
JNB - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 650
Typical prices: R5 977-R9 440
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/1
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
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 311 (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

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 15
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20:40 - 19:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 30m1 stop Zurich
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15:50 - 9:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
R12 451Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 15
SWISS Logo
20:40 - 19:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 30m1 stop Zurich
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7:40 - 10:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 20m1 stop Zurich
R12 563SWISS
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Qatar Airways Logo
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 931Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 13:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:10 - 9:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 963Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 10:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:20 - 22:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R13 972Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
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18:50 - 9:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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16:20 - 11:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R14 260Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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13:30 - 20:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 20:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 252Emirates
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:05 - 20:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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20:55 - 5:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 036Emirates
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
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23:59 - 12:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 31m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:40 - 22:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 252KLM
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
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23:59 - 12:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 31m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
5:40 - 22:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 268KLM
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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 from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh with more confidence.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 403 return.
  • July (R15 556) and August (R14 436) 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 prices 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

R7 650
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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

  • 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

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 107 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R14 420, a difference of R1 312. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh Waverley Station, and Haymarket. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of R13 722. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh takes 0h 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.

  • 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 R12 451 to R105 635. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 R29 238, which is 279% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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.

  • 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 R133 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · GREEN MOTION
    · DRIVALIA
    · Alamo
    · Europcar
    · Budget

  • 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 R12 706 to R15 518, with an average of R13 722 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 706 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R13 107 – about R1 312 less than Saturday (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 403 return in that month – typically R3 153 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.
    - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
    - Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

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