How long is the flight from South Africa to Glasgow?

There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Glasgow in 15h 45m. Fly via British Airways or Emirates 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.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Glasgow ranges from 33.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Glasgow when rainfall is around 33.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Glasgow, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 16.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Glasgow?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Glasgow are Emirates, British Airways and KLM. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to GLA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Glasgow as you normally would.

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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Glasgow that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 September 2026.

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Find flight deals from South Africa to Glasgow

Round-trip from	R13 307
One-way from	R6 329
Popular in	October
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R14 119

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South Africa to Glasgow

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Glasgow (average of R13 470). Flying from South Africa to Glasgow in October is currently the most expensive (average of R16 634). 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 44 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

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

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3 661 reviews

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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

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Emirates

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3 661 reviews

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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

1 580 reviews

Emirates

8,1

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3 661 reviews

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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

8 219 reviews

Emirates

8,1

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3 661 reviews

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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

327 reviews

Emirates

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Very Good

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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

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Emirates

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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

How long is the flight from South Africa to Glasgow?
There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Glasgow in 15h 45m. Fly via British Airways or Emirates 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 most popular routes from South Africa to Glasgow?
The most popular route from South Africa to Glasgow is Cape Town Intl - Glasgow Intl. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Glasgow (average of R13 470). Flying from South Africa to Glasgow in October is currently the most expensive (average of R16 634). 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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Lufthansa	CheapestR10 725	AverageR14 771	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	CheapestR11 099	AverageR16 469	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR11 674	AverageR14 258	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR12 034	AverageR13 472	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR12 474	AverageR14 760	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	CheapestR12 821	AverageR15 438	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR13 718	AverageR16 120	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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