Flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg

Arriving in Johannesburg

Book your flights to Johannesburg with Etihad Airways and set yourself on a journey to the heart of African splendour.

Plan Your Johannesburg Holiday

Your love for African adventure will surely find fulfilment if you travel to Johannesburg. This journey is also your window of opportunity to explore the historical foundation of South Africa. Tours into the Apartheid Museum and the historic downtown Johannesburg buildings are set to pique your interest and leave you wanting to learn more. The Cradle of Mankind and the Gold Reef City excursion are a good chance to do just that.

The best time to travel to Johannesburg is the beginning of February just after the busy and crowded school holidays of December and January. You can immerse yourself in the greatest dance festival of the south, FNB Dance Umbrella also held around this time. Tickets to Johannesburg around this time; like every other time of the year, are easy to come by. Cheap hotels in Johannesburg are bountiful approaching the end of January; it is advisable you book for around this time to avoid the crowds. Visit Etihad’s Deals section to get the best flight deals to Johannesburg when you want to travel.

Flying from Edinburgh

Book your flights from Edinburgh with Etihad Airways to any of our hundreds of destinations worldwide and experience luxurious aircraft and outstanding service always.

Major Airports in Edinburgh

Edinburgh International Airport (EDI) is your gateway to the world. It is located just 7 miles from the city centre. There are several shops at the airport as well as numerous cafes. The airport has two onsite full service restaurants as well. There is duty free shopping available for international travellers and free Wi-Fi throughout the entire airport for all passengers.

Airport Transportation in Edinburgh

It is quick and easy to get to the airport with the express bus (the Airlink 100) to Edinburgh International Airport (EDI) which runs from Waverley Bridge in the heart of downtown. There is also a public night bus N22 that runs from the same station to the Airport, and both trips only take about 30 minutes. You can also catch the bus at Haymarket Station if that is more convenient. Trams also offer a frequent and reliable service linking Edinburgh International Airport (EDI) and the city centre. Interchange with rail services is available at Edinburgh Park and Haymarket Station, via Murrayfield Stadium and Princes Street. Alternatively, you can always hire a private car or take a taxi to Edinburgh International Airport (EDI) for added convenience. 

Choose Etihad Airways, the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, for flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg on which you will be travelling in comfort and style.