R5 786+ Cheap flights to Scotland

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Flights to Scotland in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Scotland

Wed 2/1214:30 -
3 stops34h 35m
Sun 6/1213:25 -
3 stops28h 45m
Deal found 5/11R12 890
Sun 15/1118:50 -
1 stop22h 30m
Sat 28/1116:20 -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 4/11R13 318
Fri 20/110:20 -
1 stop17h 00m
Sat 5/1216:20 -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 5/11R13 648
Sun 15/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 50m
Tue 17/1114:05 -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 5/11R13 714
Wed 11/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 50m
Tue 8/1214:05 -
1 stop35h 50m
Deal found 7/11R13 763
Sat 21/1113:45 -
1 stop18h 15m
Fri 4/1214:05 -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 9/11R13 846
Fri 6/1113:25 -
1 stop24h 05m
Thu 19/1113:35 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 4/11R13 928
Wed 11/1113:25 -
1 stop31h 30m
Wed 9/1220:50 -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 7/11R13 945
Fri 18/1217:45 -
2 stops29h 15m
Fri 15/112:45 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 8/11R14 077
Thu 26/1123:59 -
1 stop14h 46m
Mon 30/115:40 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 7/11R14 093
Sat 21/1120:40 -
1 stop23h 45m
Fri 4/1212:20 -
2 stops43h 20m
Deal found 8/11R14 143
Wed 11/1123:59 -
1 stop25h 06m
Mon 7/125:40 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 7/11R14 159

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Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 335
2/12-6/12
  • 2/12-6/12
  • 6 total stops
  • 63h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Edinburgh
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Scotland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R704 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R149 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in November 2026

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JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

13:45-12:35

1 stop24h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 786
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GLA Glasgow Intl

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

18:50-11:30

1 stop18h 40m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 137

JohannesburgInverness

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - INV Inverness

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

21:30-10:15

1 stop14h 45m

Inverness

Mon 8/2

11:05-10:25

1 stop21h 20m

R13 599

JohannesburgInverness

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - INV Inverness

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/1

19:35-9:30

1 stop15h 55m

Inverness

Sat 30/1

10:10-7:35

1 stop19h 25m

R13 747

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/1

18:50-15:20

1 stop22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/2

10:40-11:00

1 stop22h 20m

R13 796

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

13:45-6:00

1 stop18h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/12

14:05-8:40

1 stop16h 35m

R13 846

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GLA Glasgow Intl

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

23:59-12:45

1 stop14h 46m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 30/11

5:40-22:00

1 stop14h 20m

R14 093

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GLA Glasgow Intl

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

23:59-16:30

1 stop18h 31m

Glasgow Intl

Sat 5/12

5:40-22:00

1 stop14h 20m

R14 093

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/12

11:30-11:25

1 stop21h 55m

R14 159

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GLA Glasgow Intl

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

23:59-16:30

1 stop18h 31m

Glasgow Intl

Sat 5/12

13:25-11:25

2 stops20h 00m

R14 588

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Scotland

How long is the flight to Scotland?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Scotland takes 16 hours 27 minutes. Flights to Scotland from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Scotland?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Scotland are Lufthansa, British Airways and KLM.

Rainfall in Scotland by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Scotland ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Scotland when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Scotland by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Scotland, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Scotland?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Scotland, you should look to book at least 81 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.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Scotland?

The most popular places in Scotland to fly to are Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Inverness.

Reviews of airlines servicing Scotland

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways to the United Kingdom by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

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

FAQs about flying to Scotland

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Scotland if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Scotland on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Scotland?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Scotland.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Scotland?

    Glasgow Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Scotland. One-way flights to Glasgow Intl typically cost R277, while return flights cost around R853.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Scotland depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Scotland, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Edinburgh Turnhouse have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Edinburgh Turnhouse can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse?

    Yes. Edinburgh Turnhouse has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Carlowrie Castle is the closest property to Edinburgh Turnhouse (0,0 km away from Edinburgh Turnhouse).

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