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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R4 944

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Dec 9 — Dec 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 9 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 063

One-way from

R4 944

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 206
11/2-4/3
  • 11/2-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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4/2
  • 4/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 40m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R21 914 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 683 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 9 November 2025.

Thu 4/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/111:40EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R12 394
Tue 2/1212:30CPT - EDI
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1212:05EDI - CPT
3 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11R13 102
Wed 17/1219:35JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 14/17:50EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/11R13 120
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - EDI
2 stops27h 50mLufthansa
Sun 18/113:00EDI - JNB
2 stops25h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 8/11R13 171
Thu 18/1219:35JNB - EDI
1 stop24h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 15/110:20EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/11R13 275
Mon 10/1118:30CPT - EDI
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Tue 18/1120:55EDI - CPT
1 stop17h 50mEmirates
Deal found 8/11R13 396
Wed 3/1219:35JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 13/17:50EDI - JNB
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/11R13 448
Thu 4/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/111:40EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R13 534
Wed 3/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 06mKLM
Wed 14/117:00EDI - JNB
1 stop27h 05mKLM
Deal found 8/11R13 569
Thu 4/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 06mKLM
Wed 14/117:00EDI - JNB
2 stops41h 10mKLM
Deal found 8/11R13 586
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - EDI
2 stops27h 50mLufthansa
Wed 14/112:45EDI - JNB
3 stops25h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 8/11R13 638
Wed 3/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 06mKLM
Tue 13/111:00EDI - JNB
2 stops23h 10mKLM
Deal found 8/11R13 655

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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 9 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Scotland that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Scotland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

Inverness

Tue 10/2

12:45-7:35

1 stop16h 50m

R11 840

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 18/1

11:40-12:10

1 stop22h 30m

R12 394

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

23:59-23:10

1 stop25h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 23/2

13:30-22:05

1 stop30h 35m

R12 394

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

23:59-9:20

1 stop35h 21m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 15/1

11:40-12:10

1 stop22h 30m

R12 394

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

19:35-7:45

1 stop14h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 14/1

7:50-10:25

1 stop24h 35m

R13 120

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

11:40-12:20

2 stops26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

12:45-9:30

1 stop18h 45m

R13 171

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/12

19:35-17:40

1 stop24h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 15/1

10:20-10:25

1 stop22h 05m

R13 275

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 10/2

10:40-22:05

1 stop33h 25m

R13 327

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

23:59-23:10

1 stop25h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

5:50-22:05

1 stop14h 15m

R13 344

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

13:40-19:05

1 stop31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

20:55-16:45

1 stop17h 50m

R13 362

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of R7 329). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 221). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to SCT?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Scotland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Scotland in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Scotland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Scotland. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Scotland flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 9 November 2025.
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
3 404 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 560 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 505 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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, KLM, and Emirates fly from South Africa to Scotland in about 15h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 35m. 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 (R8 003), KLM (R11 495), and Lufthansa (R11 495).

  • 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 R7 329). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 221). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland

Discover the top 9 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 9 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 646AverageR11 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 944AverageR12 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR9 326AverageR15 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 195AverageR15 010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 447AverageR16 180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 396AverageR17 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 413AverageR14 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 055AverageR16 639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 673AverageR16 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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