Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Edinburgh and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your EDI to JNB flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and JNB:
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
R 5,821 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 10,101. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from EDI to JNB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% arrive on time at their destination.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider booking a hotel close to JNB if you're on a late Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Johannesburg. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without visiting 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.