How long is the flight from South Africa to Scotland?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Scotland depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse is 16h 40m on average, while flying from Cape Town Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse is 14h 20m on average. Edinburgh Turnhouse is the most popular airport in Scotland.

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Recent flights found to popular cities in Scotland

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Flights to Edinburgh

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Multiple Airlines

Mar 11

JNB

27h 50m

2 stops

EDI

Mar 18

EDI

35h 05m

3 stops

JNB

R11 914

Qatar Airways

Mar 12

CPT

26h 00m

1 stop

EDI

Mar 19

EDI

25h 20m

1 stop

CPT

R11 930

Qatar Airways

Mar 8

CPT

26h 00m

1 stop

EDI

Mar 12

EDI

25h 20m

1 stop

CPT

R12 123

Turkish Airlines

May 1

JNB

16h 40m

1 stop

EDI

May 29

EDI

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB

R12 236

Turkish Airlines

Jun 1

JNB

22h 55m

1 stop

EDI

Jun 22

EDI

16h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R12 316

Multiple Airlines

Mar 11

JNB

24h 40m

1 stop

EDI

Mar 18

EDI

23h 05m

2 stops

JNB

R12 637

Qatar Airways

Mar 24

CPT

26h 00m

1 stop

EDI

Mar 31

EDI

25h 10m

1 stop

CPT

R12 653

Qatar Airways

Mar 31

JNB

16h 40m

1 stop

EDI

Apr 6

EDI

19h 05m

1 stop

JNB

R12 782

Turkish Airlines

May 1

JNB

16h 40m

1 stop

EDI

May 24

EDI

16h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R12 878

Multiple Airlines

Jun 1

JNB

28h 20m

2 stops

EDI

Jun 24

EDI

18h 45m

2 stops

JNB

R13 022

Turkish Airlines

Jun 1

JNB

22h 55m

1 stop

EDI

Jun 24

EDI

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB

R13 054

Multiple Airlines

Feb 6

CPT

14h 55m

1 stop

EDI

Feb 10

EDI

21h 50m

1 stop

CPT

R13 087

Flights to Glasgow Intl Airport

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Lufthansa

Mar 10

JNB

27h 55m

2 stops

GLA

Mar 17

GLA

18h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R11 128

Lufthansa

Mar 10

JNB

18h 20m

1 stop

GLA

Mar 17

GLA

25h 30m

1 stop

JNB

R11 561

KLM

Mar 12

JNB

35h 56m

1 stop

GLA

Mar 19

GLA

14h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R11 738

KLM

Mar 12

JNB

14h 46m

1 stop

GLA

Mar 23

GLA

35h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R11 802

Lufthansa

Mar 10

JNB

27h 55m

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GLA

Mar 17

GLA

26h 15m

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JNB

R12 187

KLM

Mar 12

JNB

24h 11m

1 stop

GLA

Mar 19

GLA

25h 05m

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R12 252

KLM

Mar 12

JNB

14h 46m

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GLA

Mar 23

GLA

25h 05m

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JNB

R12 300

Multiple Airlines

Feb 18

CPT

25h 05m

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GLA

May 8

GLA

23h 10m

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CPT

R12 460

Multiple Airlines

Apr 21

CPT

29h 10m

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GLA

May 16

GLA

22h 55m

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R12 476

Multiple Airlines

Apr 21

CPT

29h 10m

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GLA

May 10

GLA

22h 45m

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Multiple Airlines

Apr 21

CPT

29h 10m

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GLA

May 14

GLA

25h 30m

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CPT

R12 669

Multiple Airlines

Apr 22

CPT

27h 00m

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GLA

May 16

GLA

22h 55m

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R12 717

Flights to Aberdeen

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Multiple Airlines

Mar 11

JNB

36h 10m

2 stops

ABZ

Mar 18

ABZ

39h 50m

2 stops

JNB

R12 043

KLM

Mar 11

JNB

14h 16m

1 stop

ABZ

Mar 18

ABZ

31h 10m

1 stop

JNB

R12 749

British Airways

Mar 11

JNB

16h 35m

1 stop

ABZ

Mar 15

ABZ

22h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R13 231

British Airways

Mar 11

JNB

14h 35m

1 stop

ABZ

Mar 15

ABZ

36h 00m

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R13 279

British Airways

Mar 11

JNB

21h 40m

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ABZ

Mar 15

ABZ

18h 55m

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R14 034

British Airways

Mar 11

JNB

21h 35m

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ABZ

Mar 15

ABZ

20h 35m

1 stop

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R14 098

Kenya Airways

Mar 10

JNB

34h 40m

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ABZ

Mar 18

ABZ

23h 55m

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R15 062

Kenya Airways

Mar 11

JNB

35h 25m

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ABZ

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ABZ

26h 55m

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Kenya Airways

Mar 11

JNB

35h 25m

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Mar 15

ABZ

31h 50m

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Multiple Airlines

Mar 10

JNB

41h 05m

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Mar 18

ABZ

39h 05m

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R18 289

Flights to Inverness

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British Airways

Apr 23

JNB

18h 35m

1 stop

INV

Apr 27

INV

21h 15m

1 stop

JNB

R11 096

British Airways

Mar 12

JNB

16h 25m

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INV

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INV

20h 05m

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R11 336

British Airways

Mar 12

JNB

16h 25m

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INV

17h 15m

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British Airways

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INV

25h 15m

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British Airways

Mar 12

JNB

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INV

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R11 914

British Airways

Apr 23

JNB

19h 50m

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INV

21h 15m

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R12 220

British Airways

Mar 12

JNB

31h 55m

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INV

42h 15m

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R12 653

British Airways

Mar 12

JNB

32h 55m

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INV

25h 15m

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R12 701

British Airways

Mar 12

JNB

22h 15m

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Mar 16

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R12 717

Multiple Airlines

Apr 23

JNB

19h 50m

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INV

20h 55m

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R15 110

KLM

Apr 23

JNB

24h 15m

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Apr 27

INV

27h 40m

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R16 009

KLM

Apr 23

JNB

29h 30m

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INV

Apr 27

INV

27h 40m

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R17 711

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10:10 - 12:05

JNB

GLA

27h 55m

2 stops

13:10 - 9:30

GLA

JNB

18h 20m

1 stop

R11 128Lufthansa

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

19:35 - 10:00

JNB

INV

16h 25m

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12:20 - 10:25

INV

JNB

20h 05m

1 stop

R11 336British Airways

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

23:59 - 9:55

JNB

GLA

35h 56m

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6:05 - 22:05

GLA

JNB

14h 00m

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R11 738KLM

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

23:59 - 12:45

JNB

GLA

14h 46m

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9:05 - 22:05

GLA

JNB

35h 00m

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R11 802KLM

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 23

12:35 - 12:35

CPT

EDI

26h 00m

1 stop

14:05 - 17:25

EDI

CPT

25h 20m

1 stop

R12 123Qatar Airways

Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Mar 12

18:00 - 9:40

JNB

EDI

16h 40m

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10:40 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

22h 50m

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R12 236Turkish Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 29

18:00 - 15:55

JNB

EDI

22h 55m

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16:55 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

16h 35m

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R12 316Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 22

12:35 - 12:35

CPT

EDI

26h 00m

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7:30 - 17:25

EDI

CPT

31h 55m

1 stop

R12 444Qatar Airways

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

13:40 - 11:35

CPT

GLA

23h 55m

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13:35 - 16:45

GLA

CPT

25h 10m

1 stop

R12 942Emirates

Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

13:40 - 19:05

CPT

EDI

31h 25m

1 stop

20:55 - 16:45

EDI

CPT

17h 50m

1 stop

R13 697Emirates

Wed, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 15

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

10:10-12:05

2 stops27h 55m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 17/3

13:10-9:30

1 stop18h 20m

R11 128

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:35-10:00

1 stop16h 25m

Inverness

Mon 16/3

12:20-10:25

1 stop20h 05m

R11 336

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

23:59-9:55

1 stop35h 56m

Glasgow Intl

Thu 19/3

6:05-22:05

1 stop14h 00m

R11 738

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

23:59-12:45

1 stop14h 46m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 23/3

9:05-22:05

1 stop35h 00m

R11 802

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/3

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

R12 123

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

18:00-9:40

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/5

10:40-10:30

1 stop22h 50m

R12 236

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

18:00-15:55

1 stop22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

R12 316

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/3

7:30-17:25

1 stop31h 55m

R12 444

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

13:40-11:35

1 stop23h 55m

Glasgow Intl

Thu 19/3

13:35-16:45

1 stop25h 10m

R12 942

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

13:40-19:05

1 stop31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

20:55-16:45

1 stop17h 50m

R13 697

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Scotland flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Scotland?

British Airways, Qatar Airways and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Scotland from South Africa according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Scotland. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Scotland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Scotland flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 652
Best Round-Trip Price	R11 128
Fastest flight time	17h 45m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Scotland from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 652 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse).

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The best round-trip flight price to Scotland from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 128 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Glasgow Intl).

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The fastest flight to Scotland from South Africa takes 17h 45m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Edinburgh Turnhouse).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Scotland, with a 2% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Scotland

What is the cheapest flight I can find to Scotland?

Flights to Scotland vary based on month, airline, when you book, where you are departing from and many more variables, but on average momondo users can expect to spend about R2 128/pp. The absolute cheapest flight to Scotland is R861/pp

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Edinburgh?

The majority of momondo users who fly to Scotland tend to spend time in Edinburgh, which is visited 63% more often than other cities. When flying to Edinburgh, the most popular airport to fly into is Edinburgh Airport.

What is the weather like in Scotland?

The temperatures in Scotland range from 39,2 °F to 59 °F depending on the time of year. The warmest month in Scotland is July, and the coldest month in Scotland is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of April, February, or February, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

Which airlines fly to Scotland?

You can find flights to Scotland from 9 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with British Airways, Qatar Airways or KLM as these are the most popular among our users. British Airways is the most favoured with 39% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Scotland?

Prices for flights to Scotland are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Scotland?

As of January 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Scotland.

How old do you have to be to fly to Scotland?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Scotland.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Scotland?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Scotland may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Scotland. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Scotland?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Scotland. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Scotland with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Scotland with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Scotland?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Scotland, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Scotland right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Scotland. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.