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Cheap flights from South Africa to Glasgow from R8 647

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — GLA
Aug 1 — Aug 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Glasgow

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Glasgow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Glasgow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 July 2026.

Thu 13/89:45
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/821:40
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6R12 601
Tue 1/913:15
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop24h 25m
Emirates
Tue 15/914:40
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 29/6R13 634
Thu 30/714:05
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/822:00
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6R13 651
Thu 30/722:20
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop39h 20m
Emirates
Sun 16/814:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 27/6R13 799
Thu 6/813:15
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop24h 25m
Emirates
Sun 16/814:40
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 1/7R13 881
Thu 13/810:05
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop27h 35m
Emirates
Wed 26/814:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 30/6R14 406
Sun 2/819:10
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop18h 30m
Emirates
Tue 11/814:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 27/6R14 438
Sun 12/719:20
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop20h 25m
SWISS
Mon 27/715:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 1/7R14 685
Tue 15/1217:00
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops29h 25m
Kenya Airways
Mon 4/110:40
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops35h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 30/6R14 750
Wed 11/1119:35
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop15h 15m
British Airways
Sun 15/1112:50
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 1/7R14 799
Wed 29/723:15
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop34h 10m
KLM
Wed 5/813:30
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop30h 55m
KLM
Deal found 1/7R15 111
Tue 17/1118:30
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop19h 05m
Emirates
Fri 20/1113:35
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop20h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 1/7R15 505

Find flight deals from South Africa to Glasgow

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Glasgow flight deals. Data was last updated 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 601

One-way from

R8 647

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 064
13/8-20/8
  • 13/8-20/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 45m total
  • South Africa to Glasgow
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16/8
  • 16/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 05m total
  • South Africa to Glasgow
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R19 927 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 404 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Glasgow that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 2 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Glasgow that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

9:45-14:55

2 stops30h 10m

Glasgow Intl

Thu 20/8

21:40-8:15

2 stops33h 35m

R12 601

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

14:05-23:25

2 stops34h 20m

Glasgow Intl

Sat 15/8

22:00-8:20

2 stops33h 20m

R13 651

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

13:15-12:40

1 stop24h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 16/8

14:40-16:40

1 stop25h 00m

R13 881

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

10:05-12:40

1 stop27h 35m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 26/8

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

R14 406

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

19:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 11/8

14:40-20:35

1 stop28h 55m

R14 438

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

19:20-14:45

1 stop20h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 27/7

15:40-9:20

1 stop16h 40m

R14 685

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

19:35-8:50

1 stop15h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 15/11

12:50-10:25

1 stop19h 35m

R14 799

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

23:15-8:25

1 stop34h 10m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 5/8

13:30-21:25

1 stop30h 55m

R15 111

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

18:30-11:35

1 stop19h 05m

Glasgow Intl

Fri 20/11

13:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

R15 505
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

19:35-7:50

1 stop14h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 4/1

12:45-10:25

1 stop19h 40m

R15 685

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Deals found on 27/6

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Glasgow

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Glasgow

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Glasgow?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Glasgow (average of R7 646). Flying from South Africa to Glasgow in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 896). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Glasgow?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Glasgow, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Glasgow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Glasgow. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Glasgow. Reviews last updated 2 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andLufthansa from South Africa to Glasgow have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
KLM
7,8
Good
1 532 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 107 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 087 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Glasgow. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Glasgow?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Glasgow in 20h 25m. Fly via Emirates, SWISS, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance between South Africa and Glasgow is about 9622 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Glasgow one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Glasgow are British Airways (R6 077), Qatar Airways (R6 395), and Emirates (R6 552).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Glasgow?

    The most popular route from South Africa to Glasgow is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Glasgow Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Glasgow Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - Glasgow Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Glasgow that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Glasgow flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Glasgow?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Glasgow.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Glasgow?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Glasgow by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Glasgow?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Glasgow (average of R7 646). Flying from South Africa to Glasgow in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 896). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Glasgow

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Glasgow. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 2 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 791AverageR17 403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 657AverageR15 114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 866AverageR15 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR11 290AverageR15 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 896AverageR14 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 181AverageR13 196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 595AverageR14 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 668AverageR15 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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