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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R5 192

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
May 17 — May 241
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 17 April 2026.

Tue 19/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/615:35
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R12 578
Wed 13/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/59:25
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R12 594
Wed 13/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/515:35
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R12 611
Tue 5/519:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/59:25
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R12 644
Tue 19/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R12 693
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/615:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R12 758
Sat 30/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/67:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R12 791
Fri 29/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/615:35
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R12 807
Tue 26/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/622:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R12 938
Mon 1/619:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/67:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R13 020
Sun 26/419:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/59:25
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R13 135
Sun 8/1118:55
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/1214:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R13 200

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 578

One-way from

R5 192

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 412
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 15m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R14 243 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 004 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 17 April 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 20/5

19:50-15:05

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R12 987

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:50-15:05

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R12 987

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 7/6

7:55-12:55

1 stop28h 00m

R13 135

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

19:30-22:05

2 stops27h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

7:20-12:55

2 stops28h 35m

R13 774

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

R13 888

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

R13 888

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

13:15-12:40

1 stop24h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Sat 6/6

14:40-11:30

1 stop19h 50m

R13 905

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

12:40-7:55

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

9:25-4:00

1 stop17h 35m

R13 970

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

12:40-7:55

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/5

9:25-10:30

1 stop24h 05m

R13 970

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

19:10-23:40

2 stops29h 30m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 7/6

21:45-10:30

3 stops35h 45m

R14 363

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 13/4

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Scotland

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Estimated return price
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R5 437). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 899). 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.

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 17 April 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
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 890 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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, Emirates, and British Airways fly from South Africa to Scotland in about 20h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 35m. There are 9598 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 278), Emirates (R3 506), and British Airways (R6 066).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R5 437). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 899). 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR9 485AverageR15 779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 417AverageR13 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 537AverageR15 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 846AverageR15 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 826AverageR16 282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 958AverageR13 222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 198AverageR15 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 572AverageR15 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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