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 42% 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.

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

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines 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 Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 16h 40m on average, while flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh is 18h 10m 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 April 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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20:40 - 22:20

JNB

GLA

26h 40m

2 stops

9:10 - 9:15

GLA

JNB

23h 05m

2 stops

R9 720Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

19:30 - 14:05

CPT

EDI

19h 35m

1 stop

9:25 - 12:55

EDI

CPT

26h 30m

1 stop

R12 942Qatar Airways

Thu, May 21 - Thu, May 28

19:50 - 14:05

JNB

EDI

19h 15m

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9:25 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

24h 05m

1 stop

R12 976Qatar Airways

Thu, May 21 - Thu, May 28

12:40 - 17:30

JNB

EDI

29h 50m

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10:15 - 8:15

EDI

JNB

45h 00m

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R12 993Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Mon, May 25

19:25 - 10:20

JNB

INV

15h 55m

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10:25 - 9:25

INV

JNB

22h 00m

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R13 044British Airways

Mon, May 11 - Fri, May 15

19:25 - 10:20

JNB

INV

15h 55m

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15:20 - 9:25

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JNB

17h 05m

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R13 128British Airways

Mon, May 11 - Fri, May 15

13:15 - 12:40

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24h 25m

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14:40 - 11:30

GLA

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19h 50m

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R13 803Emirates

Mon, May 18 - Mon, May 25

10:05 - 12:40

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27h 35m

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14:40 - 16:15

GLA

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24h 35m

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R14 174Emirates

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

17:00 - 23:10

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GLA

31h 10m

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17:10 - 0:15

GLA

JNB

54h 05m

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R15 558Kenya Airways

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

17:00 - 23:10

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GLA

31h 10m

3 stops

17:10 - 15:50

GLA

JNB

45h 40m

2 stops

R15 625Kenya Airways

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Qatar Airways

May 21

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

19h 35m

1 stop

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

May 28

EDI9:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 30m

1 stop

CPT12:55Cape Town Intl

R12 942

Qatar Airways

May 21

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 15m

1 stop

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

May 28

EDI9:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 976

Qatar Airways

May 19

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 25m

1 stop

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 2

EDI9:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 35m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 010

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Turkish Airlines

Sept 23

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 30

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 208

Turkish Airlines

Jun 4

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

45h 10m

2 stops

EDI9:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 9

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 562

Turkish Airlines

Sept 23

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 30

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 697

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R9 720

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19:30-14:05

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R12 942

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19:50-14:05

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R13 128

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JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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1 stop27h 35m

Glasgow Intl

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14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

R14 174

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

17:00-23:10

3 stops31h 10m

Glasgow Intl

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2 stops54h 05m

R15 558

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JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

17:00-23:10

3 stops31h 10m

Glasgow Intl

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17:10-15:50

2 stops45h 40m

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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 993. If you don’t want to visit Scotland in November, then you should wait until February to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 364.

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 R14 187 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 499 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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Fastest flight time	15h 40m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Scotland takes 15h 40m

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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 April 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
KLM	PriceFrom R6 949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 490 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 733	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 563 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 856	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 894 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R11 175	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 857 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 204	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 300 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 568	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 302 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 741	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 555 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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