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.

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

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 15h 25m 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 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 - 11:50

JNB

INV

18h 15m

1 stop

12:20 - 10:25

INV

JNB

20h 05m

1 stop

R13 071British Airways

Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30

19:35 - 11:50

JNB

INV

18h 15m

1 stop

12:20 - 10:25

INV

JNB

20h 05m

1 stop

R13 104British Airways

Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30

13:30 - 15:55

JNB

EDI

27h 25m

2 stops

16:55 - 9:40

EDI

JNB

39h 45m

2 stops

R13 104Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21

13:30 - 15:55

JNB

EDI

27h 25m

2 stops

16:55 - 9:40

EDI

JNB

39h 45m

2 stops

R13 153Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21

14:05 - 6:25

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EDI

17h 20m

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15:10 - 9:00

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JNB

16h 50m

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R13 219Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 27

12:40 - 6:25

JNB

EDI

18h 45m

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15:10 - 9:00

EDI

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16h 50m

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R13 235Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 27

22:20 - 12:40

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GLA

39h 20m

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14:40 - 16:15

GLA

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24h 35m

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R14 170Emirates

Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 27

22:20 - 12:40

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39h 20m

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14:40 - 16:15

GLA

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24h 35m

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R14 219Emirates

Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 27

23:15 - 16:10

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GLA

17h 55m

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16:55 - 21:25

GLA

CPT

27h 30m

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R17 450KLM

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 17

23:15 - 8:40

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ABZ

34h 25m

1 stop

10:35 - 10:20

ABZ

JNB

22h 45m

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R17 893KLM

Wed, Jul 1 - Wed, Sep 23

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Turkish Airlines

Sept 17

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 21

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 104

Turkish Airlines

Sept 17

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 21

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 45m

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JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 153

Turkish Airlines

Sept 17

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sept 21

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 186

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Qatar Airways

Jun 7

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

1 stop

EDI15:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 14

EDI7:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 05m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 186

Qatar Airways

Jul 13

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 20m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jul 27

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 219

Qatar Airways

Jul 13

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 45m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jul 27

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 50m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 235

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Inverness

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12:20-10:25

1 stop20h 05m

R13 104

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JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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13:30-15:55

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16:55-9:40

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JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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22:20-12:40

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Glasgow Intl

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1 stop24h 35m

R14 219

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

Glasgow Intl

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1 stop27h 30m

R17 450

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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23:15-8:40

1 stop34h 25m

Aberdeen Dyce

Wed 23/9

10:35-10:20

2 stops22h 45m

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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 495. 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 889.

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 715 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 087 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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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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Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R9 787	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 305 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 140	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 527 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 225	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 039 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 861	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 028 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R11 664	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 597 reviews	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 896	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 408 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 383	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 577 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.

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