Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Leave enough time to catch your EDI to Johannesburg flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from EDI to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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EDI is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near EDI. Whether you have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights departing from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Johannesburg
R 7,683 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 13,292. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from EDI to Johannesburg, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel close to JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Following your EDI to Johannesburg flight, settle in at a hotel near HLA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Lanseria International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Go to Johannesburg in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Book an Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel about 451 kilometres south-east to Pietermaritzburg to check off its top attractions. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of South Africa, consider Bloemfontein, about 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are key reasons to visit.
