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 44% 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 Kenya 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 Johannesburg to Edinburgh is 17h 45m 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 May 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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19:30 - 15:05

CPT

EDI

20h 35m

1 stop

15:10 - 17:30

EDI

CPT

25h 20m

1 stop

R12 679Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Tue, Jun 16

13:30 - 9:40

JNB

EDI

45h 10m

2 stops

10:40 - 9:40

EDI

JNB

22h 00m

2 stops

R12 744Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jun 8 - Sun, Jun 21

8:45 - 16:45

JNB

GLA

33h 00m

2 stops

17:30 - 8:35

GLA

JNB

14h 05m

1 stop

R13 188Lufthansa

Mon, May 18 - Wed, May 20

8:45 - 16:45

JNB

GLA

33h 00m

2 stops

17:30 - 8:35

GLA

JNB

14h 05m

1 stop

R13 730Lufthansa

Mon, May 18 - Wed, May 20

13:30 - 12:40

JNB

GLA

24h 10m

1 stop

14:40 - 10:15

GLA

JNB

18h 35m

1 stop

R14 419Emirates

Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11

13:15 - 12:40

CPT

GLA

24h 25m

1 stop

14:40 - 18:05

GLA

CPT

26h 25m

1 stop

R14 469Emirates

Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 21

19:25 - 18:20

JNB

ABZ

23h 55m

1 stop

6:40 - 7:00

ABZ

JNB

23h 20m

1 stop

R15 569British Airways

Fri, May 22 - Sun, Jun 14

21:15 - 14:05

JNB

ABZ

17h 50m

1 stop

20:25 - 9:25

ABZ

JNB

36h 00m

1 stop

R15 799British Airways

Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Oct 4

17:00 - 10:00

JNB

ABZ

42h 00m

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12:55 - 0:15

ABZ

JNB

34h 20m

2 stops

R16 751Kenya Airways

Wed, Jul 1 - Wed, Sep 23

1:15 - 10:00

JNB

ABZ

33h 45m

2 stops

12:55 - 10:55

ABZ

JNB

21h 00m

2 stops

R16 916Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 22 - Sun, Oct 4

KLM flights from South Africa to Scotland

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KLM

May 20

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 30m

2 stops

EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 3

EDI13:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

20h 10m

2 stops

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 423

KLM

May 19

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 30m

2 stops

EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 2

EDI17:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 15m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 195

KLM

May 19

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 30m

2 stops

EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 2

EDI13:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

20h 10m

2 stops

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 540

SWISS flights from South Africa to Scotland

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SWISS

Jun 6

CPT22:45Cape Town Intl

35h 00m

1 stop

EDI8:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 15

EDI19:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

40h 45m

2 stops

CPT13:25Cape Town Intl

R17 277

SWISS

Jun 8

CPT14:15Cape Town Intl

25h 30m

2 stops

EDI14:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

Jun 16

EDI15:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

20h 50m

2 stops

CPT13:25Cape Town Intl

R17 310

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19:30-15:05

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15:10-17:30

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R12 679

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JNB - EDI

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13:30-9:40

2 stops45h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R12 744

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

8:45-16:45

2 stops33h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 20/5

17:30-8:35

1 stop14h 05m

R13 188

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

8:45-16:45

2 stops33h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 20/5

17:30-8:35

1 stop14h 05m

R13 730

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JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

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13:30-12:40

1 stop24h 10m

Glasgow Intl

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14:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

R14 419

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

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13:15-12:40

1 stop24h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 21/9

14:40-18:05

1 stop26h 25m

R14 469

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

19:25-18:20

1 stop23h 55m

Aberdeen Dyce

Sun 14/6

6:40-7:00

1 stop23h 20m

R15 569

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

21:15-14:05

1 stop17h 50m

Aberdeen Dyce

Sun 4/10

20:25-9:25

1 stop36h 00m

R15 799

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

17:00-10:00

2 stops42h 00m

Aberdeen Dyce

Wed 23/9

12:55-0:15

2 stops34h 20m

R16 751

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

1:15-10:00

2 stops33h 45m

Aberdeen Dyce

Sun 4/10

12:55-10:55

2 stops21h 00m

R16 916

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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 R5 452. If you don’t want to visit Scotland in February, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R6 339.

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 743 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 106 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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Fastest flight time	17h 20m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Scotland takes 17h 20m

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 May 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

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom R9 581	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 517 reviews	Search KLM flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R9 800	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 305 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 492	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 587 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 667	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 993 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 876	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 975 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 911	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 362 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 400	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 571 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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