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

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 38% 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.

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 35m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 16h 40m 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 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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12:30 - 20:05

CPT

GLA

33h 35m1 stop

7:00 - 6:45

GLA

CPT

21h 45m1 stop

R9 922Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Tue, Mar 3

22:00 - 19:40

JNB

INV

23h 40m1 stop

12:20 - 10:25

INV

JNB

20h 05m1 stop

R11 768British Airways

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

10:10 - 12:00

JNB

EDI

27h 50m2 stops

13:00 - 7:05

EDI

JNB

16h 05m2 stops

R11 949Lufthansa

Tue, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 28

23:59 - 10:10

JNB

EDI

36h 11m1 stop

5:50 - 22:05

EDI

JNB

14h 15m1 stop

R11 966KLM

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

12:35 - 6:00

CPT

EDI

19h 25m1 stop

14:05 - 17:25

EDI

CPT

25h 20m1 stop

R12 427Qatar Airways

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

12:35 - 6:00

CPT

EDI

19h 25m1 stop

14:05 - 17:25

EDI

CPT

25h 20m1 stop

R12 444Qatar Airways

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

23:59 - 16:05

JNB

EDI

18h 06m1 stop

13:30 - 12:10

EDI

JNB

20h 40m2 stops

R12 576KLM

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25

15:20 - 12:05

CPT

GLA

22h 45m2 stops

12:50 - 14:35

GLA

CPT

23h 45m2 stops

R12 609Lufthansa

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Mar 4

18:50 - 19:05

JNB

EDI

26h 15m1 stop

20:55 - 20:35

EDI

JNB

21h 40m1 stop

R12 691Emirates

Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7

13:40 - 11:35

CPT

GLA

23h 55m1 stop

13:35 - 11:40

GLA

CPT

20h 05m1 stop

R12 823Emirates

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Qatar Airways

Jan 23

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

EDI6:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jan 30

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 20m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

R12 444

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Qatar Airways

Jun 24

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 45m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

Aug 4

EDI7:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 05m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 169

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Qatar Airways

Feb 6

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

EDI6:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Feb 10

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 20m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

R13 268

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KLM flights from South Africa to Scotland

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KLM

Jan 30

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 11m

1 stop

EDI10:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

Feb 6

EDI5:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 966

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KLM

Feb 3

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

2 stops

EDI10:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

Feb 10

EDI11:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 10m

2 stops

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 087

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KLM

Feb 6

CPT8:00Cape Town Intl

17h 10m

1 stop

EDI23:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

Feb 10

EDI5:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 00m

2 stops

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

R13 911

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Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

12:30-20:05

1 stop33h 35m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 3/3

7:00-6:45

1 stop21h 45m

R9 922

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

22:00-19:40

1 stop23h 40m

Inverness

Mon 16/3

12:20-10:25

1 stop20h 05m

R11 768

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

10:10-12:00

2 stops27h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/2

13:00-7:05

2 stops16h 05m

R11 949

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

23:59-10:10

1 stop36h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/2

5:50-22:05

1 stop14h 15m

R11 966

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

12:35-6:00

1 stop19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/1

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

R12 427

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

12:35-6:00

1 stop19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/1

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

R12 444

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/2

13:30-12:10

2 stops20h 40m

R12 576

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

15:20-12:05

2 stops22h 45m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 4/3

12:50-14:35

2 stops23h 45m

R12 609

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

18:50-19:05

1 stop26h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 7/3

20:55-20:35

1 stop21h 40m

R12 691

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

13:40-11:35

1 stop23h 55m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 24/2

13:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

R12 823

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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 R11 504. 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 411.

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 459 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 905 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Scotland flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 35m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Scotland takes 14h 35m

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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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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Scotland with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom R6 311	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 837 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 486	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 679 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 892	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 435 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 721	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 516 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 915	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 642 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 819	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 700 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 870	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 149 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 276	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 287 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 445	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 457 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Scotland?

Finding the right flight to Scotland from South Africa is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Scotland quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Scotland?

Once you have performed a search for South Africa to Scotland flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to Scotland right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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