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

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 Cape Town to Edinburgh is 15h 10m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 16h 50m on average. Edinburgh is the most popular airport in 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 40% 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.

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 February 2026, 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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21:15 - 10:30

JNB

INV

14h 15m

1 stop

7:20 - 9:25

INV

JNB

25h 05m

1 stop

R11 509British Airways

Sat, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 11

19:35 - 10:00

JNB

INV

16h 25m

1 stop

19:45 - 7:35

INV

JNB

33h 50m

1 stop

R11 654British Airways

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

23:59 - 12:45

JNB

GLA

14h 46m

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17:20 - 22:05

GLA

JNB

26h 45m

1 stop

R11 719KLM

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 16

23:59 - 23:10

JNB

EDI

25h 11m

1 stop

17:00 - 22:05

EDI

JNB

27h 05m

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R11 848KLM

Sat, Mar 14 - Fri, Mar 20

18:50 - 11:35

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GLA

18h 45m

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13:35 - 16:35

GLA

JNB

25h 00m

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R12 122Emirates

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 16

14:45 - 13:40

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23h 55m

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15:10 - 9:00

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JNB

16h 50m

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R12 460Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 9

11:40 - 11:50

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GLA

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13:10 - 9:30

GLA

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Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 16

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GLA

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Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 17

18:30 - 19:05

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20:55 - 16:45

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Wed, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 15

19:30 - 13:40

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19h 10m

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7:55 - 10:15

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25h 20m

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R14 137Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 27

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Turkish Airlines

May 14

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

EDI9:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

May 20

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 106

Turkish Airlines

Apr 7

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

EDI9:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Apr 29

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 364

Turkish Airlines

Mar 11

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 15m

1 stop

EDI15:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mar 15

EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 105

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Qatar Airways

Apr 2

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 55m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Apr 9

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 460

Qatar Airways

Apr 5

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 55m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Apr 12

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 40m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 024

Qatar Airways

Mar 1

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 15m

1 stop

EDI6:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mar 8

EDI7:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 25m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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1 stop18h 20m

R13 218

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

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Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

18:30-19:05

1 stop26h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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R13 669

Cape TownEdinburgh

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Cape Town Intl

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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 816. If you don’t want to visit Scotland in February, then you should wait until November to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 412.

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 392 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 R12 863 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 51% 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 15m

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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 February 2026, 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

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 695	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 789 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 818	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 458 reviews	Search KLM flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R8 818	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 878 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 074	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 533 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 675	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 753 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 602	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 224 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 006	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 293 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 171	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 522 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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