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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R6 231

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
May 6 — May 131
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 6 April 2026.

Tue 19/520:40
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/59:10
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4R9 753
Thu 21/519:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 28/59:25
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R12 987
Thu 21/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 28/59:25
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R13 021
Mon 18/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/510:15
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops45h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4R13 038
Tue 19/519:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/615:35
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/4R13 055
Mon 11/519:25
JNB
-
INV
1 stop15h 55m
British Airways
Fri 15/510:25
INV
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4R13 089
Tue 19/519:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/59:25
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/4R13 191
Tue 1/914:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/915:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4R13 224
Wed 23/912:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/915:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop35h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4R13 258
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/58:15
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops47h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4R13 292
Sat 13/619:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/613:50
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R13 326
Sun 3/512:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/515:35
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R13 394

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 6 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 753

One-way from

R6 231

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 901
19/5-26/5
  • 19/5-26/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4
  • 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 (R15 067 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 086 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 6 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

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

20:40-22:20

2 stops26h 40m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 26/5

9:10-9:15

2 stops23h 05m

R9 753

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

19:25-10:20

1 stop15h 55m

Inverness

Fri 15/5

10:25-9:25

1 stop22h 00m

R13 089

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

19:50-23:30

2 stops28h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 28/5

8:30-8:15

3 stops46h 45m

R13 936

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

13:15-12:40

1 stop24h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 26/5

14:40-11:30

1 stop19h 50m

R14 308

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

12:40-7:55

1 stop20h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/5

15:35-10:30

1 stop17h 55m

R14 359

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

16:35-9:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

R15 002

DurbanGlasgow

DUR - GLA

DURGLA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 18/5

18:40-12:40

1 stop19h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 25/5

14:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

R15 155
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

19:25-10:05

1 stop15h 40m

Aberdeen Dyce

Mon 8/6

14:45-9:25

1 stop17h 40m

R15 206

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 30/6

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

R15 206

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

14:00-15:15

3 stops26h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 26/5

8:20-11:50

2 stops26h 30m

R15 358

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R9 482). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in April is currently the most expensive (average of R12 716). 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 6 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
3 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 555 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
7,7
Good
1 490 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 729 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
4 298 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
7 857 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 555 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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 British Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to Scotland in about 15h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 30m. 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 390), Emirates (R3 625), and British Airways (R6 272).

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R9 482). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in April is currently the most expensive (average of R12 716). 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 6 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR6 973AverageR16 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 770AverageR14 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 894AverageR15 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 214AverageR15 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 246AverageR16 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 363AverageR13 612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 612AverageR16 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 785AverageR15 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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