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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R5 368

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 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Mar 25 — Apr 11
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 23 February 2026.

Thu 12/319:35
JNB
-
INV
1 stop16h 25m
British Airways
Mon 16/319:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop33h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 19/2R11 585
Fri 6/310:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops38h 35m
Lufthansa
Fri 13/317:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/2R11 858
Fri 13/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop14h 41m
KLM
Fri 20/317:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops17h 10m
KLM
Deal found 20/2R11 922
Sun 1/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 46m
KLM
Sun 8/320:30
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
KLM
Deal found 23/2R11 970
Tue 7/417:50
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/46:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R12 338
Mon 6/418:00
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/49:25
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R12 434
Fri 13/310:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops38h 35m
Lufthansa
Fri 20/317:45
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops35h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/2R12 499
Tue 2/619:00
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop15h 10m
Lufthansa
Tue 16/69:30
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop22h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 22/2R12 515
Fri 3/423:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 15m
KLM
Fri 10/413:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 20/2R12 563
Tue 7/417:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 14/416:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2R12 659
Tue 7/417:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 29/410:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/2R12 691
Tue 9/616:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 20/610:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R12 819

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 23 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 585

One-way from

R5 368

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 745
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 12/3-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 15m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 15m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R14 302 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 026 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 23 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Scotland that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Scotland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:35-10:00

1 stop16h 25m

Inverness

Mon 16/3

19:45-7:35

1 stop33h 50m

R11 585

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

23:59-12:40

1 stop14h 41m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/3

17:00-12:10

2 stops17h 10m

R11 922

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

18:00-20:15

2 stops27h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 13/4

9:25-10:30

2 stops24h 05m

R12 434

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

23:15-8:30

1 stop34h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/4

13:10-21:20

1 stop31h 10m

R12 563

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-10:00

1 stop16h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

R13 123

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

17:50-9:40

1 stop16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 29/4

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R13 123

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

19:25-8:50

1 stop14h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 10/5

21:15-9:25

1 stop35h 10m

R13 332

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:35-8:15

1 stop14h 40m

Aberdeen Dyce

Mon 16/3

9:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

R13 460

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

19:20-12:45

2 stops19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

13:30-12:10

2 stops20h 40m

R13 476

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

18:30-19:05

1 stop26h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

20:55-11:40

1 stop36h 45m

R13 556

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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 531). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 569). 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 23 February 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
3 528 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 528 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 528 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 528 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 742 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 528 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 803 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 528 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 759 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 528 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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 Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to Scotland in about 14h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 14m. 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 (R4 836), British Airways (R5 935), and Kenya Airways (R6 113).

  • 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 531). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 569). 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 23 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR7 649AverageR13 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 765AverageR14 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR8 766AverageR11 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 015AverageR14 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 612AverageR14 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 533AverageR15 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 582AverageR12 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 935AverageR15 180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 099AverageR14 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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