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Cheapest return flight
R12 293
Typical prices: R13 362-R16 579
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/11Sun 2/12
JNB - EDI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 643
Typical prices: R5 986-R9 352
Qatar Airways
Thu 15/11
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
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 R13 850 (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 OR Tambo to Edinburgh

Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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20:40 - 15:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 20m1 stop Zurich
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12:20 - 9:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
R12 771Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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20:40 - 15:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 20m1 stop Zurich
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12:20 - 9:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
R12 804Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28
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0:20 - 15:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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16:20 - 22:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R13 002Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 20
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13:45 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:05 - 15:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 167Qatar Airways
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 20
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20:20 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:05 - 15:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 250Qatar Airways
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 31
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19:45 - 11:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:00 - 8:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R13 761Lufthansa
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 - 22:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R14 570Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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23:59 - 16:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 06m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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10:10 - 11:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 801KLM
Mon, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 20
Lufthansa Logo
19:55 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
14:50 - 9:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R14 834Lufthansa
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 30
KLM Logo
19:40 - 23:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:30 - 22:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R16 946KLM
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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.

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 R13 332 return.
•July (R16 236) and December (R15 263) 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

R5 643
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase 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 362 to R16 579, with an average of R14 534 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 362 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 R14 534 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 R12 293 to R103 472. 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 R20 531, which is 170% 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 R132 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 R14 174 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R15 642, a difference of R1 469.

    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 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average R14 174, about R1 469 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 R13 332 return in that month – typically R2 904 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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