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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R4 925

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Feb 11 — Feb 181
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 12 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 563

One-way from

R4 925

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 486
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 12/3-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 15m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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21/1
  • 21/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 55m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 080 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 226 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 12 January 2026.

Mon 2/1118:45
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 1/1212:45
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop20h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1R11 382
Thu 12/319:35
JNB
-
INV
1 stop16h 25m
British Airways
Mon 16/319:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop33h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 9/1R11 563
Sat 2/523:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/58:30
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R11 646
Mon 2/1118:45
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Lufthansa
Sun 29/116:00
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops23h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1R11 778
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/316:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/1R11 975
Fri 1/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/58:30
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R11 992
Wed 25/219:20
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops23h 15m
KLM
Wed 4/313:25
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
KLM
Deal found 11/1R12 173
Wed 25/219:20
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/37:45
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R12 206
Tue 24/223:59
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops23h 36m
Air France
Tue 3/311:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Air France
Deal found 12/1R12 222
Fri 12/618:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 16/616:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/1R12 338
Fri 23/112:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 30/114:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/1R12 371
Thu 2/414:45
JNB
-
INV
2 stops19h 50m
British Airways
Sun 12/414:50
INV
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 11/1R12 387

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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 12 January 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 2/4

21:15-14:50

1 stop18h 35m

Inverness

Sun 12/4

14:50-9:25

1 stop17h 35m

R11 563

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

21:15-14:25

1 stop18h 10m

Inverness

Sun 12/4

14:50-7:00

1 stop15h 10m

R11 563

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

19:35-11:50

1 stop18h 15m

Inverness

Sun 12/4

11:20-7:00

1 stop18h 40m

R11 563

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

22:00-13:00

1 stop17h 00m

Inverness

Sun 12/4

6:50-9:25

1 stop25h 35m

R11 563

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:25-9:35

1 stop15h 10m

Inverness

Sun 12/4

11:20-7:00

1 stop18h 40m

R11 563

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/3

21:15-14:50

1 stop18h 35m

Inverness

Sun 12/4

14:50-7:00

1 stop15h 10m

R11 563

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

13:00-6:25

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 28/5

8:30-21:30

1 stop36h 00m

R11 992

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

23:15-22:30

1 stop24h 15m

Inverness

Sun 12/4

6:25-11:05

2 stops27h 40m

R12 123

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

19:20-16:35

2 stops23h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 4/3

13:25-22:05

1 stop30h 40m

R12 173

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

23:59-21:35

2 stops23h 36m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

11:40-12:10

1 stop22h 30m

R12 222

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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 132). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 596). 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 12 January 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
3 464 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 464 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 437 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 711 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7 709 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7 664 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 Air France fly from South Africa to Scotland in about 18h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 01m. 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 (R4 966), British Airways (R6 101), and Kenya Airways (R6 284).

  • 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 132). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 596). 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 12 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 307AverageR10 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 387AverageR12 659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 887AverageR14 942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 716AverageR14 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 908AverageR15 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 817AverageR16 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 863AverageR13 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 269AverageR15 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 437AverageR15 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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