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 to Edinburgh is 16h 40m on average, while flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh is 18h 25m on average. Edinburgh is the most popular airport in Scotland.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Scotland?

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Scotland

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 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Scotland. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Scotland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Scotland?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Scotland are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Scotland?

As of March 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Scotland.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Scotland?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Scotland.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Scotland trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Scotland. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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20:40 - 23:10

JNB

GLA

27h 30m

2 stops

8:05 - 9:15

GLA

JNB

24h 10m

2 stops

R9 896Multiple Airlines

월, 5월 11 - 월, 5월 18

9:45 - 14:55

JNB

GLA

30h 10m

2 stops

11:55 - 8:15

GLA

JNB

43h 20m

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R11 971Multiple Airlines

수, 5월 13 - 수, 5월 20

9:45 - 18:35

JNB

GLA

33h 50m

3 stops

11:55 - 8:15

GLA

JNB

43h 20m

3 stops

R12 366Multiple Airlines

수, 5월 13 - 수, 5월 20

20:40 - 6:25

JNB

EDI

34h 45m

1 stop

7:55 - 8:50

EDI

JNB

23h 55m

1 stop

R13 086Qatar Airways

월, 5월 11 - 월, 5월 18

14:45 - 13:15

JNB

EDI

23h 30m

1 stop

14:50 - 16:10

EDI

JNB

24h 20m

1 stop

R13 121Qatar Airways

화, 5월 19 - 화, 6월 2

13:15 - 12:40

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GLA

24h 25m

1 stop

14:40 - 11:30

GLA

CPT

19h 50m

1 stop

R13 189Emirates

목, 5월 7 - 일, 5월 24

21:15 - 14:50

JNB

INV

18h 35m

1 stop

7:20 - 9:25

INV

JNB

25h 05m

1 stop

R13 241British Airways

일, 5월 24 - 토, 9월 12

19:10 - 12:40

JNB

GLA

18h 30m

1 stop

14:40 - 16:15

GLA

JNB

24h 35m

1 stop

R13 275Emirates

월, 5월 11 - 월, 5월 18

19:25 - 21:35

JNB

INV

27h 10m

1 stop

7:35 - 9:25

INV

JNB

24h 50m

1 stop

R13 429British Airways

금, 5월 22 - 수, 9월 16

18:00 - 22:30

JNB

INV

29h 30m

2 stops

6:25 - 11:05

INV

JNB

27h 40m

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R19 261KLM

화, 5월 26 - 월, 9월 14

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Qatar Airways

May 11

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 45m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

May 18

EDI7:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 086

Qatar Airways

May 19

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 30m

1 stop

EDI13:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 2

EDI14:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 20m

1 stop

JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 121

Qatar Airways

May 13

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 45m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

May 20

EDI15:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 138

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Turkish Airlines

May 10

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

May 17

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 956

Turkish Airlines

May 20

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 3

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 745

Turkish Airlines

May 18

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

May 29

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 779

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2 stops27h 30m

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Glasgow Intl

수 20/5

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JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

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JohannesburgEdinburgh

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

월 18/5

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R13 086

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

화 19/5

14:45-13:15

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1 stop24h 20m

R13 121

Cape TownGlasgow

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CPTGLA

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목 7/5

13:15-12:40

1 stop24h 25m

Glasgow Intl

일 24/5

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1 stop19h 50m

R13 189

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

일 24/5

21:15-14:50

1 stop18h 35m

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토 12/9

7:20-9:25

1 stop25h 05m

R13 241

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JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

월 11/5

19:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

Glasgow Intl

월 18/5

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

R13 275

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

금 22/5

19:25-21:35

1 stop27h 10m

Inverness

수 16/9

7:35-9:25

1 stop24h 50m

R13 429

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

화 26/5

18:00-22:30

2 stops29h 30m

Inverness

월 14/9

6:25-11:05

2 stops27h 40m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Scotland

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Scotland?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Scotland. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R13 206. If you don’t want to visit Scotland in November, then you should wait until February to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 515.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Scotland?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Scotland from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Scotland for around R14 354 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Scotland from South Africa for as low as R14 184 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 56% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Scotland flight.

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The fastest flight from South Africa to Scotland takes 14h 00m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Scotland. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Scotland.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Scotland?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Scotland are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Scotland?
As of March 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Scotland.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Scotland?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Scotland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Scotland?
The required travel and health documents for your Scotland trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Scotland. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom R9 933	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 480 reviews	Search KLM flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R10 235	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 301 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 558 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 034	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 877 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 358	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 834 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 398	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 408	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 292 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 950	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 550 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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

Flights from South Africa 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.

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