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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from R6 445

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
Mar 3 — Mar 101
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 1 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 31/1R11 106
Sat 14/323:59
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop24h 11m
KLM
Sat 21/317:20
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop26h 45m
KLM
Deal found 30/1R11 765
Thu 23/411:00
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/519:00
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R11 781
Mon 16/219:20
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/25:50
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R11 878
Thu 23/411:00
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/521:45
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R11 926
Thu 23/411:00
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/521:15
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R12 055
Mon 16/219:20
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops22h 45m
KLM
Fri 20/217:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
KLM
Deal found 31/1R12 119
Mon 16/323:59
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 06m
KLM
Mon 23/317:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops17h 10m
KLM
Deal found 30/1R12 392
Tue 21/416:35
CPT
-
GLA
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/519:00
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R12 633
Tue 17/319:10
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:50
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R12 698
Tue 21/416:35
CPT
-
GLA
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/521:45
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R12 810
Wed 22/416:35
CPT
-
GLA
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/519:00
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R12 890

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 1 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 106

One-way from

R6 445

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 331
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
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R16 057 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 138 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 1 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 106

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

Glasgow Intl

Sat 21/3

17:20-22:05

1 stop26h 45m

R11 765

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

23:59-23:10

1 stop25h 11m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 23/3

17:00-22:05

1 stop27h 05m

R11 878

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:20-16:05

2 stops22h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/2

17:00-22:05

1 stop27h 05m

R12 119

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

19:10-14:30

2 stops21h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/3

10:50-10:50

2 stops22h 00m

R12 698

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

R12 907

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

18:50-19:05

1 stop26h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

20:55-20:35

1 stop21h 40m

R12 955

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:35-8:15

1 stop14h 40m

Aberdeen Dyce

Mon 16/3

9:00-10:25

1 stop23h 25m

R13 003

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

19:20-12:45

2 stops19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/3

13:30-12:10

2 stops20h 40m

R13 035

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

14:45-13:40

1 stop23h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 6/4

7:55-4:00

1 stop19h 05m

R13 051

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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 R6 960). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 315). 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 1 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
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 491 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
1 444 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
7 758 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
7 706 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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 16h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 46m. 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 839), British Airways (R5 954), and Kenya Airways (R6 132).

  • 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 R6 960). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 315). 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 1 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 154AverageR10 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 097AverageR13 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 672AverageR14 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 616AverageR14 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 644AverageR14 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 542AverageR12 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 556AverageR15 768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 971AverageR15 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 136AverageR14 898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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