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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R7 072

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Jan 27 — Feb 31
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 28 December 2025.

Mon 29/127:55CPT - EDI
1 stop15h 40mAir France
Sun 11/16:00EDI - CPT
1 stop21h 50mAir France
Deal found 27/12R15 758
Mon 29/127:55CPT - EDI
1 stop15h 40mAir France
Thu 8/16:00EDI - CPT
1 stop21h 50mAir France
Deal found 27/12R16 224
Mon 29/127:55CPT - EDI
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/15:45EDI - CPT
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R16 341
Mon 29/1218:55CPT - EDI
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 13/117:55EDI - CPT
2 stops18h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/12R16 773
Mon 29/127:55CPT - EDI
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/15:50EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R17 006
Mon 29/127:55CPT - EDI
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/15:50EDI - CPT
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R17 040
Mon 29/1215:20CPT - EDI
2 stops23h 25mKLM
Mon 12/15:50EDI - CPT
2 stops28h 50mKLM
Deal found 27/12R18 171
Mon 29/127:55CPT - EDI
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/113:30EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R18 254
Mon 29/1218:25CPT - EDI
2 stops20h 20mKLM
Sat 10/111:00EDI - CPT
1 stop17h 10mKLM
Deal found 27/12R19 086

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 28 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 448

One-way from

R7 072

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 660
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 19/6-25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 20m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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3/5
  • 3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 15m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 726 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 341 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 28 December 2025.
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

Fri 19/6

19:25-10:15

1 stop15h 50m

Inverness

Thu 25/6

15:30-7:00

1 stop14h 30m

R11 448

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

21:15-15:00

1 stop18h 45m

Inverness

Sun 28/6

6:45-7:00

1 stop23h 15m

R11 715

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

19:25-10:15

1 stop15h 50m

Inverness

Mon 29/6

11:20-7:00

1 stop18h 40m

R11 715

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

21:15-14:35

1 stop18h 20m

Inverness

Tue 30/6

15:45-7:00

1 stop14h 15m

R11 715

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:25-9:30

1 stop15h 05m

Inverness

Sun 28/6

6:45-7:00

1 stop23h 15m

R11 715

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

19:25-10:15

1 stop15h 50m

Inverness

Wed 1/7

7:35-9:25

1 stop24h 50m

R11 715

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 16/2

17:20-22:05

1 stop26h 45m

R12 064

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

8:45-7:50

1 stop25h 05m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 4/3

7:00-10:00

1 stop25h 00m

R12 447

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

23:30-16:10

1 stop17h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 20/6

5:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

R12 530

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

10:40-12:00

3 stops27h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/2

12:45-9:30

1 stop18h 45m

R12 730

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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 105). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 731). 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 28 December 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
3 443 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
3 443 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
1 435 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
3 697 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
7 658 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
7 616 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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 Lufthansa 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 11h 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 (R4 964), British Airways (R6 164), and Kenya Airways (R6 348).

  • 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 105). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 731). 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 28 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 398AverageR10 741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 538AverageR12 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 978AverageR14 906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 815AverageR14 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 020AverageR15 577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 948AverageR16 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 984AverageR13 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 394AverageR15 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 564AverageR15 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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