Statistics on Edinburgh-Johannesburg flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Johannesburg (from: Edinburgh)
The average price to go to Johannesburg from Edinburgh airport is $ 816 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 691 (in march) and $ 1012 (in july), which is a saving of $ 125 or a surplus of $ 197 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $593 to $647 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a monday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Johannesburg before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Edinburgh-Johannesburg plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 55634 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Johannesburg from Edinburgh and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in march, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 691, saving $ 125 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 816). Conversely, july will be the most expensive ($ 1012).
Flight Edinburgh-Johannesburg: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 633 | $ 777 | fair price |
| February | $ 627 | $ 755 | good price |
| March | $ 595 | $ 691 the cheapest | very good price |
| April | $ 680 | $ 812 | fair price |
| May | $ 588 | $ 693 | good price |
| June | $ 626 | $ 733 | good price |
| July | $ 830 | $ 1012 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 833 | $ 975 | high price |
| September | $ 642 | $ 781 | fair price |
| October | $ 708 | $ 849 | fair price |
| November | $ 631 | $ 751 | good price |
| December | $ 763 | $ 955 | high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Edinburgh to Johannesburg
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Edinburgh to Johannesburg range from $485 to $1239. 8% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $485 to $539), 1% at the maximum price (from $1185 to $1239). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $593 to $647 (13% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Edinburgh->Johannesburg flight
There are 14 companies that serve Edinburgh from Johannesburg airport: KLM, EasyJet, Lufthansa, Ryanair, Qatar Airways, Air France, Kenya Airways, Turkish Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Aer Lingus and Swiss.
Data analysis:
Of the 55634 flights analyzed in previous years, KLM was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (25% of the time) on the Edinburgh->Johannesburg route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Edinburgh-Johannesburg flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $26. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $24.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Johannesburg to Edinburgh departing on a monday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a monday for your return date, you will save an average of $38. Conversely, departing from Johannesburg on a saturday may cost you an additional $49.
Top prices Edinburgh-Johannesburg
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 20-05 to 29-05-2024 | $ 680 | layover flight with EasyJet |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 08-10 to 14-10-2024 | $ 679 | layover flight with EasyJet |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 05-11 to 15-11-2024 | $ 692 | layover flight with EasyJet |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 10-11 to 17-11-2024 | $ 682 | layover flight with EasyJet |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 10-01 to 23-01-2025 | $ 681 | layover flight with Lufthansa |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 11-01 to 25-01-2025 | $ 682 | layover flight with KLM |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 13-01 to 24-01-2025 | $ 669 | layover flight with KLM |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 16-01 to 27-01-2025 | $ 652 | layover flight with KLM |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 10-03 to 23-03-2025 | $ 682 | layover flight with Lufthansa |
| Edinburgh → Johannesburg | 19-03 to 30-03-2025 | $ 652 | layover flight with Lufthansa |
When to book your flight Edinburgh - Johannesburg to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 4 to 5 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Edinburgh-Johannesburg flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a tuesday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Johannesburg, it is recommended to buy it 4 to 5 months before departure (it is then on average 770 $, which is a saving of 46 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (83 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Edinburgh to Johannesburg flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 617 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 777), 3 to 4 months ($ 748), 4 to 5 months ($ 697), 6 to 7 months ($ 637), 7 to 8 months ($ 660), 8 to 9 months ($ 690), 9 to 10 months ($ 746), 10 to 11 months ($ 717), 11 to 12 months ($ 743) |
| February | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 612 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 720), 4 to 5 months ($ 747), 5 to 6 months ($ 733), 6 to 7 months ($ 727), 7 to 8 months ($ 638), 9 to 10 months ($ 688) |
| March | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 597 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 691), 2 to 3 months ($ 688), 4 to 5 months ($ 668), 5 to 6 months ($ 685), 7 to 8 months ($ 645), 9 to 10 months ($ 612), 10 to 11 months ($ 662) |
| April | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 718 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 794), 3 to 4 months ($ 771), 4 to 5 months ($ 774), 5 to 6 months ($ 760), 6 to 7 months ($ 735), 7 to 8 months ($ 756), 8 to 9 months ($ 737), 9 to 10 months ($ 719) |
| May | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 642 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 665), 2 to 3 months ($ 688), 5 to 6 months ($ 665), 6 to 7 months ($ 653), 7 to 8 months ($ 646) |
| June | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 665 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 704), 6 to 7 months ($ 724), 7 to 8 months ($ 679), 8 to 9 months ($ 704), 10 to 11 months ($ 672) |
| July | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 753 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 905), 3 to 4 months ($ 999), 4 to 5 months ($ 997), 5 to 6 months ($ 981), 6 to 7 months ($ 919), 7 to 8 months ($ 896), 8 to 9 months ($ 909), 9 to 10 months ($ 858) |
| August | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 865 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 969), 2 to 3 months ($ 913), 5 to 6 months ($ 948), 6 to 7 months ($ 975), 8 to 9 months ($ 896), 9 to 10 months ($ 897), 10 to 11 months ($ 914) |
| September | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 653 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 687), 4 to 5 months ($ 668), 5 to 6 months ($ 764), 6 to 7 months ($ 710), 7 to 8 months ($ 756), 9 to 10 months ($ 728) |
| October | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 722 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 817), 2 to 3 months ($ 743), 4 to 5 months ($ 755), 5 to 6 months ($ 752), 6 to 7 months ($ 822) |
| November | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 625 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 728), 3 to 4 months ($ 635), 5 to 6 months ($ 645), 6 to 7 months ($ 661) |
| December | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 784 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 913), 4 to 5 months ($ 860), 5 to 6 months ($ 790), 6 to 7 months ($ 814), 8 to 9 months ($ 920) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, tuesday is the day when plane tickets for Edinburgh->Johannesburg are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a tuesday, you will save $7. Conversely, by buying it on a wednesday, you may end up paying $7 more.
Edinburgh to Johannesburg: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 827 $660 to $2036 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 1255 $704 to $11179 | very high price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 1072 $948 to $1718 | high price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 1014 $847 to $1263 | high price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 983 $717 to $4907 | very high price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 773 $679 to $926 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 759 $668 to $1174 | fair price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 953 $695 to $1337 | fair price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 750 $652 to $857 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 807 $710 to $1139 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 995 $637 to $8757 | very high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 826 $718 to $1040 | high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, october and january are cheaper to travel to Johannesburg. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!