Which airlines fly to Scotland?

British Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates 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 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Scotland. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 British 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 14h 30m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 14h 31m 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 August 2026, there are 7 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.

R4 055 Cheap Flights from South Africa to Scotland in 2026

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0:10 - 20:25CPT Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

21h 15m1 stop London Gatwick

20:55 - 21:00GLA Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 05m1 stop London Gatwick

R11 372Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26

0:10 - 23:20CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 10m1 stop London Gatwick

9:25 - 9:30EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 05m1 stop London Stansted

R11 534Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 25

19:35 - 9:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-INV Inverness

15h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

10:10 - 10:25INV Inverness-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

R12 293British Airways

Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 27

19:35 - 10:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-INV Inverness

17h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

19:55 - 10:25INV Inverness-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

R12 406British Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

14:05 - 6:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

7:55 - 4:00EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R13 085Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16

14:05 - 6:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:05 - 15:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R13 149Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25

13:15 - 20:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

31h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

22:00 - 11:30EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

R13 602Emirates

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19

16:35 - 16:00CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 25m1 stop Istanbul

17:00 - 11:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 50m1 stop Istanbul

R13 860Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6

13:40 - 11:35CPT Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

23h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

13:35 - 18:00GLA Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

R14 038Emirates

Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2

0:20 - 15:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 00m1 stop Istanbul

10:40 - 11:00EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m1 stop Istanbul

R14 102Turkish Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Jan 3

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7:40 - 23:10CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

5:45 - 5:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 088KLM

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6

23:15 - 22:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-INV Inverness

24h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:20 - 21:20INV Inverness-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 766KLM

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Oct 2

16:00 - 22:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-INV Inverness

31h 30m2 stops Cape Town Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

6:20 - 21:20INV Inverness-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 251Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Oct 2

7:40 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

17:25 - 21:25EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

51h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 542Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6

13:15 - 17:30CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

29h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Dublin

7:55 - 10:15EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 20m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

R18 900Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6

18:50 - 10:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ABZ Aberdeen Dyce

16h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

6:15 - 21:20ABZ Aberdeen Dyce-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R25 346KLM

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

14:25 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

32h 45m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

5:45 - 13:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 50m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

R29 255Kenya Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6

19:25 - 8:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ABZ Aberdeen Dyce

14h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

20:25 - 9:25ABZ Aberdeen Dyce-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

R29 578British Airways

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

10:05 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GLA Glasgow Intl

27h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

14:35 - 7:55GLA Glasgow Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 20m3 stops Dubai Intl Lusaka Harare

R110 413Emirates

Mon, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 12

20:10 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-GLA Glasgow Intl

41h 40m3 stops Harare Lusaka Dubai Intl

14:35 - 7:55GLA Glasgow Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 20m3 stops Dubai Intl Lusaka Harare

R147 470Emirates

Mon, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 12

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Emirates flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Emirates

Oct 24

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 05m

1 stop

GLA12:35Glasgow Intl

Oct 28

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

29h 00m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 472

Emirates

Oct 12

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

31h 50m

1 stop

EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

Oct 19

EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

36h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R13 602

Emirates

Nov 24

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

Dec 2

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

R14 038

KLM flights from South Africa to Scotland

Our best KLM deals on South Africa to Scotland flight tickets

KLM

Sept 17

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m

1 stop

EDI23:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 21

EDI13:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

31h 10m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 876

KLM

Oct 14

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 30m

2 stops

EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

Oct 21

EDI5:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 35m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 264

KLM

Nov 4

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 56m

1 stop

GLA19:55Glasgow Intl

Nov 18

GLA13:25Glasgow Intl

20h 00m

2 stops

JNB11:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 910

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CPT Cape Town Intl - GLA Glasgow Intl

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/10

0:10-20:25

1 stop21h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 26/10

20:55-21:00

1 stop22h 05m

R11 372

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

0:10-23:20

1 stop24h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/10

9:25-9:30

1 stop22h 05m

R11 534

JohannesburgInverness

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - INV Inverness

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/2

19:35-9:30

1 stop15h 55m

Inverness

Sat 27/2

10:10-10:25

1 stop22h 15m

R12 293

JohannesburgInverness

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - INV Inverness

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

19:35-10:35

1 stop17h 00m

Inverness

Sun 15/11

19:55-10:25

1 stop36h 30m

R12 406

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

14:05-6:25

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R13 085

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

14:05-6:25

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/10

14:05-15:35

1 stop23h 30m

R13 149

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/10

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

R13 602

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT Cape Town Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

16:35-16:00

1 stop24h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/10

17:00-11:50

1 stop17h 50m

R13 860

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT Cape Town Intl - GLA Glasgow Intl

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/11

13:40-11:35

1 stop23h 55m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 2/12

13:35-18:00

1 stop26h 25m

R14 038

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

0:20-15:20

1 stop17h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 3/1

10:40-11:00

1 stop22h 20m

R14 102

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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 R13 117. 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 R13 408.

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 917 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 262 on momondo.

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Best price found	R4 055
Fastest flight time	14h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Scotland from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R4 055. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Scotland found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 372.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Scotland takes 14h 30m

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 August 2026, there are 7 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
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R9 640	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 326 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 071	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 227 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 115	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 567 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 178	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 195 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 640	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 979	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 480 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 416	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 653 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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