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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R5 831

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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 8 June 2026.

Thu 11/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Thu 25/66:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/6R12 504
Thu 11/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Wed 24/613:15
INV
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/6R12 521
Thu 11/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Tue 23/66:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/6R12 703
Wed 10/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Mon 22/66:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/6R12 884
Fri 16/100:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1011:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6R12 934
Wed 10/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Wed 24/613:15
INV
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/6R12 934
Wed 10/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Tue 23/66:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/6R13 099
Thu 17/913:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 21/916:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6R13 099
Sun 18/100:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1011:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6R13 116
Thu 11/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Tue 30/66:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 4/6R13 347
Thu 10/913:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 19/916:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/6R13 429
Tue 9/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Tue 30/66:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 4/6R13 462

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 8 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 934

One-way from

R5 831

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 140
16/10-25/10
  • 16/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 40m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 826 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 892 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 8 June 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

Thu 17/9

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

16:55-9:40

2 stops39h 45m

R13 198

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/9

16:55-9:40

2 stops39h 45m

R13 429

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

20:55-13:40

1 stop17h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/9

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R13 512

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 30/6

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

R14 123
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:45-6:25

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R14 239

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:45-6:25

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 20/9

15:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

R14 239

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

19:25-9:35

1 stop15h 10m

Inverness

Thu 30/7

10:25-9:25

1 stop22h 00m

R14 718

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/12

10:40-9:40

2 stops21h 00m

R14 784

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/8

22:00-18:05

1 stop19h 05m

R14 916

DurbanGlasgow

DUR - GLA

DURGLA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 21/7

18:40-12:40

1 stop19h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 28/7

14:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

R15 213

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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 557). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 118). 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 8 June 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
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 579 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 527 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
4 410 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
8 031 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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, Qatar Airways, and British Airways fly from South Africa to Scotland in about 15h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 15m. 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 265), Emirates (R3 536), and British Airways (R6 119).

  • 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 557). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 118). 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 8 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 857AverageR17 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR10 213AverageR16 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 298AverageR15 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 939AverageR15 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 748AverageR15 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 967AverageR13 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 263AverageR13 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 472AverageR14 938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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