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 05m 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.

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

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 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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23:15 - 8:30

JNB

EDI

34h 15m

1 stop

17:05 - 21:20

EDI

JNB

27h 15m

1 stop

R12 420KLM

Sun, May 17 - Mon, Jun 1

20:40 - 19:35

JNB

EDI

23h 55m

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6:15 - 8:50

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JNB

25h 35m

2 stops

R12 436Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

21:15 - 14:50

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INV

18h 35m

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14:50 - 9:25

INV

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17h 35m

1 stop

R12 469British Airways

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, Oct 18

17:50 - 9:40

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EDI

16h 50m

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10:40 - 10:30

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JNB

22h 50m

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R12 553Turkish Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Wed, Jun 3

12:40 - 13:40

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26h 00m

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15:00 - 8:50

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16h 50m

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R12 569Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 15

10:05 - 12:40

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GLA

27h 35m

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GLA

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28h 55m

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R12 869Emirates

Tue, Apr 7 - Mon, Sep 7

21:15 - 21:35

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INV

25h 20m

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15:45 - 15:50

INV

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23h 05m

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R12 919British Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

13:00 - 6:25

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7:55 - 11:30

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R13 219Qatar Airways

Fri, May 1 - Thu, May 7

18:25 - 20:05

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EDI

26h 40m

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22:00 - 11:30

EDI

CPT

36h 30m

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R13 568Emirates

Sat, Jun 6 - Sat, Jun 13

16:35 - 9:40

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EDI

18h 05m

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16:55 - 11:50

EDI

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17h 55m

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R14 151Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jun 12 - Tue, Jun 16

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Apr 1

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Apr 15

EDI15:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 569

Qatar Airways

Mar 30

JNB14:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 30m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

Apr 13

EDI15:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 636

Qatar Airways

May 19

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 40m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 2

EDI14:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 20m

1 stop

JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 653

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Turkish Airlines

May 19

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

EDI9:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 3

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 553

Turkish Airlines

Apr 2

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

45h 10m

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EDI9:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Apr 15

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 869

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May 20

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 3

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 00m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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20:40-19:35

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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6:15-8:50

2 stops25h 35m

R12 436

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JNB - INV

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21:15-14:50

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14:50-9:25

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R12 469

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R12 569

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Glasgow Intl

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1 stop28h 55m

R12 869

JohannesburgInverness

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21:15-21:35

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Inverness

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R12 919

Cape TownEdinburgh

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CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

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13:00-6:25

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 7/5

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1 stop26h 35m

R13 219

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

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18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

R13 568

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CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

16:35-9:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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16:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

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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 R12 819. If you don’t want to visit Scotland in November, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 085.

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 926 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 R13 768 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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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 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 382	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 841 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R9 032	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 896 reviews	Search SWISS flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 641	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 468 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 405	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 543 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 025	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 781 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 007	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 044	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 249 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 400	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 296 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 570	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 540 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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