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Cheap flights from Glasgow to South Africa from £329

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — JNB
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to South Africa

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

Fri 12/606:50
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops48h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/618:35
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£607
Thu 11/613:30
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop30h 50m
KLM
Wed 8/723:15
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop18h 00m
KLM
Deal found 7/6£612
Sat 20/617:00
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop27h 20m
KLM
Mon 6/723:15
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop18h 00m
KLM
Deal found 10/6£646
Wed 30/1217:15
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop26h 45m
KLM
Fri 29/123:55
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop18h 35m
KLM
Deal found 10/6£654
Wed 16/906:00
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Kenya Airways
Wed 30/917:00
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops27h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/6£655
Fri 12/610:20
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/618:35
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£656
Thu 11/609:10
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/718:50
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£663
Tue 1/1205:40
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/1201:35
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops20h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/6£674
Sun 30/806:00
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop22h 50m
KLM
Sun 13/923:15
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop34h 10m
KLM
Deal found 7/6£753
Thu 5/1115:55
GLA
-
CPT
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/1218:30
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£755
Sun 20/921:25
GLA
-
CPT
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/900:10
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6£770
Sun 28/606:00
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
KLM
Thu 16/723:15
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop34h 10m
KLM
Deal found 8/6£796

Find flight deals from Glasgow to South Africa

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

Round-trip from

£646

One-way from

£329

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£728
KLM
  • KLM
  • 20/6-6/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Glasgow to South Africa
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14/9
  • 14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Glasgow to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Cheapest return flight

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 1/12

05:40-15:50

2 stops32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

17:00-20:25

2 stops29h 25m

£677

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 16/9

07:30-08:45

1 stop24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

20:15-10:30

1 stop15h 15m

£691

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 2/7

06:30-08:45

2 stops25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

18:35-13:25

2 stops19h 50m

£699

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 1/12

13:25-12:10

2 stops20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

23:55-08:30

1 stop34h 35m

£715
Fastest return journey

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 1/12

15:20-10:25

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

19:35-08:55

1 stop15h 20m

£719

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 3/9

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

10:05-12:40

1 stop27h 35m

£730

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 16/9

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

10:05-12:40

1 stop27h 35m

£730

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 30/8

06:00-05:50

1 stop22h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£756

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 5/9

17:00-21:25

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£804

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 14/9

06:00-21:25

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£810

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Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to South Africa (average of £362). Flying from Glasgow to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £577). 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 Glasgow to South Africa?

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Glasgow to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 11 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andLufthansa from Glasgow to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,053 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
306 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,039 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Kenya Airways, KLM, and Emirates fly from Glasgow to South Africa in about 20h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 25m. There are 5979 mi between Glasgow and South Africa. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £412. KLM flights start at £487 while deals on Emirates start at £581 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Glasgow to South Africa?

    While some choose either Glasgow Intl - Cape Town Intl or Glasgow Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Glasgow Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Glasgow to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to South Africa (average of £362). Flying from Glasgow to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £577). 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 Glasgow to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£406Average£728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£492Average£756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£493Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£526Average£789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£559Average£794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£567Average£769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£574Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£609Average£928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£637Average£834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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