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Cheapest return flight
R12 588
Typical prices: R12 929-R15 790
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11Thu 8/11
JNB - EDI • 2 stops
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 544 (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

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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13:45 - 15:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
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6:00 - 8:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 40m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
R12 588Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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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 - 15:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 848Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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13:45 - 16:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
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6:00 - 15:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
R12 881Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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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 027Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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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 109Qatar Airways
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Jan 5
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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
R14 070Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
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19:35 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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12:40 - 10:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
R14 965British Airways
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
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23:15 - 16:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:10 - 21:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 982KLM
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Jan 1
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22:00 - 13:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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7:30 - 3:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 682British Airways
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 522KLM
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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 620 return.
•July (R15 828) and August (R14 688) 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
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.

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 337 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R14 672, a difference of R1 335. 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?

    Dean Village is one of 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 962. 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 588 to R105 088. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R135 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 929 to R15 790, with an average of R13 962 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 929 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 337 – about R1 335 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 620 return in that month – typically R3 208 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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