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

Lufthansa, 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 36% 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.

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 18h on average, while flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh is 19h 25m on average. Edinburgh is the most popular airport in Scotland.

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 October 2025, there are 9 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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KLM flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Nov 21

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

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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, February 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 R11 258. If you don’t want to visit Scotland in February, then you should wait until January to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 845.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Scotland?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Scotland from South Africa is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as R13 904. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around R14 632. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Scotland.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Scotland?

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Scotland flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Scotland in the morning for as low as R13 038. Flights to Scotland are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of R16 185. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Scotland for around R13 961 when searching week 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 R13 414 on momondo.

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Scotland?
As of October 2025, there are 9 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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SWISS	PriceFrom R6 629	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 775 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 934	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 541 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 302	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 406 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 169	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 482 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 418	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 487 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 361	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 661 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 381	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 031 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R13 021	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 286 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 638	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 394 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.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Scotland?

Once you have performed a search for South Africa to Scotland flights, momondo helps you find the right one 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 from South Africa to Scotland right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Scotland?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Scotland?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Scotland?

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

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Scotland flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Scotland flight.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Scotland?

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 18h on average, while flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh is 19h 25m on average. Edinburgh is the most popular airport in Scotland.

Cheap South Africa to Scotland flight deals and tips

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

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Scotland with momondo

Why use momondo?

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Scotland?

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

An easier way to manage your Scotland trip

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