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 50m on average, while flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh is 24h 55m on average. Edinburgh is the most popular airport in Scotland.

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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates 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 43% 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 June 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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19:35 - 10:55

JNB

INV

17h 20m

1 stop

20:05 - 10:25

INV

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36h 20m

1 stop

R12 547British Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22

19:35 - 10:55

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INV

17h 20m

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36h 20m

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R12 645British Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22

13:30 - 15:55

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EDI

27h 25m

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10:40 - 9:40

EDI

JNB

22h 00m

2 stops

R12 645Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

19:35 - 10:55

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INV

17h 20m

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20:05 - 10:25

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R12 677British Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22

13:30 - 15:55

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R13 130Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 17

14:05 - 6:25

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R13 163Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

14:05 - 13:40

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Thu, Jul 30 - Thu, Aug 13

13:40 - 19:05

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R14 150Emirates

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R14 604Emirates

Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 7

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10:40 - 15:50

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JNB

27h 10m

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R15 656Kenya Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Jan 7

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Turkish Airlines

Sept 1

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 15

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 00m

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R12 645

Turkish Airlines

Sept 1

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

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EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

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EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

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R13 130

Turkish Airlines

Jul 30

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

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EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Aug 13

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 00m

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JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 195

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Qatar Airways

Sept 1

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 20m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 15

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 163

Qatar Airways

Jul 30

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Aug 13

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 308

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Sept 12

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 19

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 10m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 600

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R12 547

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JNB - INV

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:35-10:55

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Inverness

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20:05-10:25

1 stop36h 20m

R12 645

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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13:30-15:55

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Inverness

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20:05-10:25

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JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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R13 130

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JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:05-6:25

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

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1 stop16h 50m

R13 163

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

14:05-13:40

1 stop24h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 13/8

15:10-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

R13 308

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/11

13:40-19:05

1 stop31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/11

20:55-18:00

1 stop19h 05m

R14 150

DurbanGlasgow

DUR - GLA

DURGLA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 31/7

18:40-12:40

1 stop19h 00m

Glasgow Intl

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14:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

R14 604

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JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/12

17:00-20:25

2 stops29h 25m

Glasgow Intl

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10:40-15:50

2 stops27h 10m

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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, January 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 R8 387. If you don’t want to visit Scotland in January, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R8 775.

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 R13 577 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 R12 936 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Scotland flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 15m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Scotland takes 14h 15m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to 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 June 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
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R9 662	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 306 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 010	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 530 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 094	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 066 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 722	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 054 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R11 514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 607 reviews	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 741	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 020	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 410 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 428	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 591 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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

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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?

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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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