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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.R 8,107 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,107, select.
Johannesburg.R 8,114 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Apr.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 7 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,114, select.
Johannesburg.R 8,922 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,922, select.
Johannesburg.R 9,184 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,184, select.
Johannesburg.R 9,347 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,347, select.
Johannesburg.R 9,764 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,764, select.
Johannesburg.R 9,924 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,924, select.
Johannesburg.R 10,033 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,033, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 8,114
May
from R 8,107
Jun
from R 8,922
Jul
from R 9,764
Aug
from R 12,672
Sep
from R 10,098
Oct
from R 10,193
Nov
from R 9,924
Dec
from R 10,033
Jan
from R 9,184
Feb
from R 63,386
Mar
from R 9,347

Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Johannesburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Edinburgh to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 8,107
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 13,703. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 13,703.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between EDI and JNB:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

  • Before getting your cheap ticket from EDI to JNB, check whether you need a visa to enter South Africa. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • R 8,107 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Return flights start at R 13,703. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from EDI to JNB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from EDI to JNB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Airport can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Johannesburg in February.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from EDI to JNB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • As soon as you've locked in your flights from EDI to JNB, you'll need to find a hotel in Johannesburg. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:

  • Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Johannesburg Zoo.

Complete your Johannesburg trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to O.R. Tambo International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Johannesburg stay.

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