What is the cheapest month to fly to Scotland?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Scotland is currently January ; with August being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Scotland.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Scotland?

Edinburgh Turnhouse is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Scotland. One-way flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse typically cost R459, while return flights cost around R906.

How much is a return flight to Scotland?

A return flight to Scotland will typically cost around R109, however they can be found for as little as R53.

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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Average price	R15 517

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How long is the flight to Scotland?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Scotland takes 20 hours 3 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Scotland?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Scotland should consider flying on Sunday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Scotland?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Scotland are British Airways, Qatar Airways and KLM.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Scotland?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Scotland are SWISS, Lufthansa and Air France.

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).

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 and SWISS to Scotland by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 266 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 360 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 624 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 584 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Brussels Airlines

7,4

Good

355 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 266 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

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, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Scotland.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Scotland?
Edinburgh Turnhouse is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Scotland. One-way flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse typically cost R459, while return flights cost around R906.
How much is a return flight to Scotland?
A return flight to Scotland will typically cost around R109, however they can be found for as little as R53.
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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When is the cheapest time to fly to Scotland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Scotland. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Scotland?

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

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Scotland in the last few years. This data was updated on 14 June 2025.

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 and SWISS to Scotland by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Scotland

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

What is the best airline to fly to Scotland?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Scotland?

How much is a return flight to Scotland?

Where does the fastest flight to Scotland depart from?

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