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 Glasgow (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.

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

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

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 49% 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 January 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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These are some of the best return flight deals from Scotland to South Africa that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

6:05 - 22:00GLA-JNB

13h 55m1 stop

23:55 - 16:35JNB-GLA

18h 40m1 stop

R11 884KLM

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Mon, Mar 10 - Mon, Mar 17

5:45 - 22:00EDI-JNB

14h 15m1 stop

19:40 - 13:50JNB-EDI

20h 10m1 stop

R11 922

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Wed, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 13

5:45 - 22:00EDI-JNB

14h 15m1 stop

19:40 - 10:35JNB-EDI

16h 55m1 stop

R12 108

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Mon, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 3

5:45 - 22:00EDI-JNB

14h 15m1 stop

23:55 - 12:40JNB-EDI

14h 45m1 stop

R12 145KLM

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Thu, Mar 13 - Mon, Mar 17

11:15 - 10:50EDI-JNB

21h 35m1 stop

19:05 - 15:30JNB-EDI

22h 25m1 stop

R12 387Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 19

11:15 - 10:50EDI-JNB

21h 35m1 stop

19:05 - 15:30JNB-EDI

22h 25m1 stop

R12 425Turkish Airlines

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Sat, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 15

6:10 - 8:35GLA-JNB

25h 25m1 stop

19:00 - 22:50JNB-GLA

28h 50m1 stop

R13 934Lufthansa

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Thu, May 1 - Mon, May 26

6:05 - 0:15GLA-JNB

40h 10m2 stops

1:15 - 19:30JNB-GLA

20h 15m2 stops

R14 436Kenya Airways

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Mon, Mar 10 - Sun, Mar 16

13:25 - 10:55EDI-JNB

19h 30m2 stops

1:15 - 20:00JNB-EDI

20h 45m2 stops

R14 492Kenya Airways

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Wed, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 12

6:00 - 10:55EDI-CPT

26h 55m1 stop

9:30 - 12:15CPT-EDI

28h 45m2 stops

R19 336Lufthansa

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Mon, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 19

KLM flights from Scotland to South Africa

Our best KLM deals on Scotland to South Africa flight tickets

KLM

Mar 10

GLA6:05Glasgow Intl

13h 55m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 17

JNB23:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 40m

1 stop

GLA16:35Glasgow Intl

R11 884

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KLM

Mar 13

EDI5:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 17

JNB23:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

EDI12:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

R12 145

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KLM

Mar 5

EDI5:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 13

JNB23:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 15m

1 stop

EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

R12 238

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Turkish Airlines flights from Scotland to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 26

EDI11:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 19

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

EDI15:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

R12 387

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 8

EDI11:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 15

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

EDI15:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

R12 425

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 4

EDI10:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB10:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 9

JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

EDI15:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

R12 555

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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 R14 623, 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 May to fly from Scotland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R15 256.

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 078. 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 175. 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 492.

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 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R17 630 when searching 15 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 554 on momondo.

Cheap Scotland to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R8 662
Fastest flight time	13h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Scotland in the past 72 hours is R8 662. The best return flight deal from Scotland to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 884.

The fastest flight from Scotland to South Africa takes 13h 35m

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 Glasgow Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There are 2 airports near South Africa: 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 January 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 468	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 334 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R13 429	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 067 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 718	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 914 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R13 758	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 481 reviews	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R14 513	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 3 724 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R15 815	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 337 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 132	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 6 805 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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Can I find flights from Scotland to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Africa from Scotland which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Scotland to South Africa?

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