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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R4 016

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Jun 22 — Jun 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Scotland

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Scotland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Scotland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 May 2026.

Fri 17/719:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 18/815:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R12 689
Mon 8/619:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/67:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R12 705
Tue 19/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R12 705
Thu 19/1119:35
JNB
-
INV
1 stop16h 25m
British Airways
Mon 23/1112:20
INV
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 19/5R12 722
Wed 15/721:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop18h 40m
British Airways
Tue 18/815:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 23/5R12 837
Mon 17/812:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/915:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R13 035
Fri 7/819:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 16/815:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R13 051
Wed 15/723:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Tue 18/86:20
INV
-
JNB
2 stops27h 00m
KLM
Deal found 23/5R13 051
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R13 067
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 17/87:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R13 248
Mon 27/712:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/87:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R13 265
Mon 15/613:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 29/616:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/5R13 364

Find flight deals from South Africa to Scotland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Scotland flight deals. Data was last updated 23 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 689

One-way from

R4 016

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 216
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/7-18/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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8/10
  • 8/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 15m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 802 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 862 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Scotland 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 23 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Scotland that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

12:40-6:25

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

15:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

R12 705

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

19:35-10:00

1 stop16h 25m

Inverness

Mon 23/11

12:20-10:25

1 stop20h 05m

R12 804

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

23:15-22:30

1 stop24h 15m

Inverness

Tue 18/8

6:20-10:20

2 stops27h 00m

R13 051

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:40-6:25

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/8

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R13 248

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

12:40-13:40

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/7

15:10-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

R14 401

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

20:00-19:05

1 stop25h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/12

20:55-16:45

1 stop17h 50m

R14 730

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

22:20-12:40

1 stop39h 20m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 9/8

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

R14 730

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

13:15-13:40

1 stop25h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/8

7:55-10:15

1 stop25h 20m

R15 240

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

22:20-12:40

1 stop39h 20m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 8/6

14:40-5:30

1 stop37h 50m

R15 273

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/6

22:00-20:35

1 stop21h 35m

R15 372

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Scotland

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R8 426). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 778). 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 Scotland?

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Scotland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Scotland. 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 Scotland. Reviews last updated 23 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Scotland, such as Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways. 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
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 575 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 519 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 394 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7 995 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 Scotland. 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 Scotland?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, British Airways, and KLM fly from South Africa to Scotland in about 16h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 50m. There are 9774 km between South Africa and Scotland. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Scotland are Qatar Airways (R3 253), Emirates (R3 523), and British Airways (R6 096).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Scotland 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 Scotland?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R8 426). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 778). 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 Scotland

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Scotland. 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 23 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR9 012AverageR14 686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 821AverageR16 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR10 176AverageR16 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 899AverageR15 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 265AverageR15 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 956AverageR13 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 218AverageR13 253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 426AverageR14 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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