What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to South Africa?

Qatar Airways, KLM, and Air France are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to South Africa

How long is the flight from Scotland to South Africa?

On average, it takes 13h 55m to fly from Scotland to South Africa if you fly out of Inverness (the most popular airport in Scotland) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Edinburgh and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 14h 15m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

KLM, British Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Scotland according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to South Africa?

As of April 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to South Africa?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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16:55 - 21:20GLA-JNB

27h 25m1 stop

23:15 - 23:10JNB-GLA

24h 55m1 stop

R13 473KLM

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Tue, Jun 17 - Mon, Jul 7

17:15 - 21:20EDI-JNB

27h 05m1 stop

18:50 - 10:45JNB-EDI

16h 55m1 stop

R13 568

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Sun, May 11 - Wed, May 21

17:15 - 21:20EDI-JNB

27h 05m1 stop

18:50 - 10:45JNB-EDI

16h 55m1 stop

R13 586

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Sun, May 11 - Wed, May 21

8:55 - 21:20GLA-JNB

35h 25m1 stop

23:15 - 23:10JNB-GLA

24h 55m1 stop

R13 700KLM

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Thu, May 1 - Mon, May 26

19:40 - 10:00EDI-CPT

37h 20m1 stop

8:40 - 8:45CPT-EDI

25h 05m1 stop

R13 832SWISS

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Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 18

6:00 - 21:20EDI-JNB

38h 20m2 stops

18:50 - 10:45JNB-EDI

16h 55m1 stop

R14 418Air France

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Thu, May 22 - Thu, Jun 5

6:00 - 8:30EDI-JNB

25h 30m1 stop

18:50 - 21:15JNB-EDI

27h 25m1 stop

R14 626Air France

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Thu, May 8 - Wed, May 28

14:35 - 10:15GLA-JNB

18h 40m1 stop

18:50 - 11:35JNB-GLA

18h 45m1 stop

R16 572Emirates

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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Nov 4

14:35 - 10:15GLA-JNB

18h 40m1 stop

18:50 - 11:35JNB-GLA

18h 45m1 stop

R16 610Emirates

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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Nov 4

8:30 - 14:50EDI-DUR

29h 20m2 stops

15:20 - 18:10DUR-EDI

27h 50m2 stops

R21 372SWISS

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Qatar Airways flights from Scotland to South Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Scotland to South Africa flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Apr 25

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 10

JNB13:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 30m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

R17 762

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Qatar Airways

May 2

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 00m

1 stop

JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 9

JNB13:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 30m

1 stop

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

R20 616

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Qatar Airways

May 9

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 25m

2 stops

DUR10:35Durban King Shaka Intl

May 21

DUR12:05Durban King Shaka Intl

19h 20m

2 stops

EDI6:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

R21 050

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Emirates flights from Scotland to South Africa

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Emirates

Sept 23

GLA14:35Glasgow Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 4

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 45m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

R16 572

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Emirates

Sept 23

GLA14:35Glasgow Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 4

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 45m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

R16 610

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Emirates

Jun 15

GLA14:35Glasgow Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 23

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 35m

1 stop

GLA12:45Glasgow Intl

R16 685

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Scotland is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R15 476, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until March to fly from Scotland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R15 589.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Scotland. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R16 309. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Scotland to South Africa on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around R22 495. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Scotland in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R0 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around R19 773.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Scotland when booking 20 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R18 159 when searching 20 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Scotland for as low as R15 778 on momondo.

Cheap Scotland to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R8 617
Fastest flight time	13h 40m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	3 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Scotland in the past 72 hours is R8 617. The best return flight deal from Scotland to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 473.

The fastest flight from Scotland to South Africa takes 13h 40m

There are no direct flights from Scotland to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Aberdeen Dyce Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There are 3 airports near South Africa: Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to South Africa?
As of April 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to South Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Scotland to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom R12 648	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 329 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 708	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 767 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R14 602	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 435 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R14 946	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 012 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R15 417	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 554 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R16 043	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,0 3 200 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 915	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 6 767 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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