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 14h 55m on average, while flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh is 19h 10m 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 39% 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?

Emirates, Kenya Airways, and British 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 January 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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19:45 - 12:00

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EDI

18h 15m

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12:45 - 9:30

EDI

JNB

18h 45m

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R11 305Lufthansa

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17

10:10 - 12:00

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EDI

27h 50m

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12:45 - 9:30

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18h 45m

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R11 437Lufthansa

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17

19:35 - 10:00

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INV

16h 25m

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19:45 - 7:35

INV

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33h 50m

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R11 518British Airways

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

19:35 - 10:00

JNB

INV

16h 25m

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12:20 - 7:35

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17h 15m

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R11 535British Airways

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

13:45 - 6:00

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18h 15m

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7:30 - 15:35

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30h 05m

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R11 928Qatar Airways

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

23:59 - 16:35

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18h 36m

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6:00 - 21:20

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R12 059KLM

Wed, Feb 4 - Fri, Apr 10

19:20 - 16:35

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GLA

23h 15m

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6:00 - 21:20

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14h 20m

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R12 403KLM

Thu, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 29

13:25 - 11:35

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13:35 - 10:25

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18h 50m

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R12 518Emirates

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12:45 - 6:00

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14:05 - 3:55

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R12 534Qatar Airways

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

10:25 - 19:05

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34h 40m

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20:55 - 16:35

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17h 40m

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R12 551Emirates

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Lufthansa flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Lufthansa

Feb 10

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 15m

1 stop

EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Feb 17

EDI12:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 305

Lufthansa

Feb 10

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 50m

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EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Feb 17

EDI12:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 45m

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JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 437

Lufthansa

Feb 8

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 20m

1 stop

GLA12:05Glasgow Intl

Apr 17

GLA9:25Glasgow Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 666

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Qatar Airways

Feb 4

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 15m

1 stop

EDI6:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Feb 11

EDI7:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

30h 05m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 928

Qatar Airways

Feb 27

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 15m

1 stop

EDI6:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mar 6

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

35h 50m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 534

Qatar Airways

Jan 23

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

EDI6:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jan 30

EDI7:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 00m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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23:59-16:35

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Glasgow Intl

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JohannesburgGlasgow

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R12 403

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Glasgow Intl

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R12 518

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

12:45-6:00

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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R12 534

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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10:25-19:05

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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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 469. If you don’t want to visit Scotland in February, then you should wait until January to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 420.

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 813 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Scotland flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 55m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Scotland takes 14h 55m

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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 January 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
SWISS	PriceFrom R6 273	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 848 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 385	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 717 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 840	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 440 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 664	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 522 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 851	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 676 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 749	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 715 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 800	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 175 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 204	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 290 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 371	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 467 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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