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Cheap flights from Scotland to South Africa from R6 518

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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
Aug 10 — Aug 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Scotland to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Scotland to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scotland to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2026.

Wed 30/910:15
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/100:10
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7R12 107
Thu 3/915:55
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7R12 286
Wed 2/97:20
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/90:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7R12 351
Thu 3/921:25
GLA
-
CPT
2 stops46h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/90:10
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7R12 400
Thu 3/97:45
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/90:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7R12 596
Wed 30/910:15
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/100:10
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7R12 612
Thu 1/1016:45
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/100:10
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7R12 628
Fri 9/106:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/100:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R12 987
Mon 13/76:35
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 45m
KLM
Mon 20/723:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Deal found 10/7R13 476
Thu 20/821:40
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/822:20
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R13 590
Sun 12/76:35
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 45m
KLM
Tue 21/723:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Deal found 10/7R13 753
Fri 9/106:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/100:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R13 785

Find flight deals from Scotland to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Scotland to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 11 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 107

One-way from

R6 518

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R19 700
30/9-12/10
  • 30/9-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • Scotland to South Africa
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18/11
  • 18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 35m total
  • Scotland to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R17 091 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 941 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Scotland to South Africa 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 11 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/1

10:40-11:00

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

13:30-15:20

2 stops27h 50m

R14 518

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 24/8

21:25-8:20

2 stops33h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

9:45-19:30

3 stops34h 45m

R14 535

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/8

5:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

R14 584

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 16/9

13:30-21:20

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

23:15-8:25

1 stop34h 10m

R14 747

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 7/1

16:20-11:00

1 stop16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/1

18:50-15:20

1 stop22h 30m

R14 844

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Fri 13/11

20:30-22:00

1 stop23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

23:59-16:30

1 stop18h 31m

R14 942

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/1

10:40-11:00

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/1

13:30-15:20

2 stops27h 50m

R14 942

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/11

10:40-9:40

2 stops21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

0:20-9:40

1 stop35h 20m

R15 366

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/10

5:40-22:10

1 stop15h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

0:10-9:55

1 stop34h 45m

R15 382

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Fri 27/11

11:10-10:25

1 stop21h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

19:35-9:40

1 stop16h 05m

R15 480

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Best time to book a flight from Scotland to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Scotland to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Scotland to South Africa?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to South Africa (average of R8 033). Flying from Scotland to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R27 782). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Scotland to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Scotland to South Africa is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Scotland to South Africa. 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 Scotland to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Scotland to South Africa in 14h 35m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, KLM, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 9598 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Scotland to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 745. Qatar Airways flights start at R5 989 while deals on Lufthansa start at R9 023 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Scotland to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Scotland to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Scotland to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Scotland to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Scotland to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland to South Africa 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 Scotland to South Africa?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to South Africa (average of R8 033). Flying from Scotland to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R27 782). 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 5 airlines flying from Scotland to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Scotland to South Africa. 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 11 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 319AverageR13 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 115AverageR15 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 103AverageR21 563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 248AverageR17 628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 316AverageR15 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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