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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R5 768

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Aug 15 — Aug 221
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 16 July 2026.

Wed 2/920:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/922:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R13 071
Thu 20/813:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 27/810:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R13 104
Wed 21/1014:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1014:05
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/7R13 169
Wed 9/120:20
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/110:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops21h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/7R13 202
Sat 17/1013:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 24/1010:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/7R13 234
Tue 6/1017:45
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1020:40
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R13 349
Mon 3/813:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/810:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R13 349
Tue 4/816:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 17/810:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/7R13 627
Thu 26/1111:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/1217:10
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R13 708
Thu 26/1111:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/1214:15
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R13 757
Wed 22/723:15
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop14h 40m
KLM
Wed 5/86:00
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop14h 20m
KLM
Deal found 12/7R13 757
Tue 18/816:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 25/810:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R13 839

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 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 071

One-way from

R5 768

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 146
2/9-12/9
  • 2/9-12/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 67h 50m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 754 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 013 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 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 16 July 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

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

17:45-20:45

2 stops28h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 20/10

20:40-9:10

2 stops35h 30m

R13 349

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

16:55-9:40

2 stops39h 45m

R13 496

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

17:25-10:20

1 stop15h 55m

R13 741

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

23:15-12:55

1 stop14h 40m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 16/8

6:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

R13 855
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

5:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

R13 872

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

5:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

R13 904

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

10:40-22:25

1 stop34h 45m

R14 035

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

17:55-15:55

1 stop23h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

16:55-9:40

2 stops39h 45m

R14 198

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

10:05-12:40

1 stop27h 35m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 31/8

21:45-8:20

2 stops33h 35m

R14 542

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

23:00-16:10

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/8

5:45-21:25

1 stop14h 40m

R15 113

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 13/7

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R8 463). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of R18 610). 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 16 July 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
3 626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
3 626 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
1 539 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
8 137 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
8 118 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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 Turkish Airlines, KLM, and British Airways fly from South Africa to Scotland in about 14h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 45m. There are 9622 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 229), Emirates (R3 498), and British Airways (R6 052).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R8 463). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of R18 610). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland

Discover the top 7 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 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR10 102AverageR16 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 613AverageR15 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 820AverageR15 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 875AverageR14 008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 130AverageR13 234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 558AverageR14 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 805AverageR17 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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