Cheap flights from Glasgow to Johannesburg from £514

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — JNB
18 Dec — 25 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Glasgow to Johannesburg are usually found in June or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Glasgow to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 November 2025.

Sun 7/1212:45GLA - JNB
1 stop18h 45mLufthansa
Thu 18/1219:45JNB - GLA
1 stop18h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 16/11£637
Sun 7/1220:25GLA - JNB
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1220:45JNB - GLA
3 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11£644
Thu 4/1217:20GLA - JNB
1 stop26h 45mKLM
Thu 15/123:59JNB - GLA
1 stop24h 11mKLM
Deal found 16/11£649
Mon 29/1217:20GLA - JNB
1 stop26h 45mKLM
Sat 31/123:59JNB - GLA
1 stop24h 11mKLM
Deal found 17/11£651
Thu 4/1207:15GLA - JNB
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/120:30JNB - GLA
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11£667
Tue 30/1206:05GLA - JNB
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Mon 2/223:59JNB - GLA
1 stop24h 11mKLM
Deal found 16/11£670
Thu 4/1216:50GLA - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 18/1219:35JNB - GLA
1 stop15h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/11£682
Tue 30/1206:05GLA - JNB
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Fri 30/119:20JNB - GLA
2 stops23h 15mKLM
Deal found 17/11£698

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow (GG1) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£600

One-way from

£514

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£677
KLM
  • KLM
  • 3/3-24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 21m total
  • Glasgow to Johannesburg
12/1
  • 12/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 10m total
  • Glasgow to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow to Johannesburg 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Glasgow to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 3/3

13:25-12:10

2 stops20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

£625

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/12

17:20-22:05

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

£649

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 29/12

17:20-22:05

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

£651

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 30/12

06:05-22:05

1 stop14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

23:59-09:55

1 stop35h 56m

£674

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/12

16:50-15:15

2 stops20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/12

19:35-09:30

1 stop15h 55m

£682

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/12

16:50-15:15

2 stops20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

19:35-07:50

1 stop14h 15m

£682

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/12

16:50-15:15

2 stops20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

19:35-08:50

1 stop15h 15m

£682

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/12

16:50-15:15

2 stops20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

19:35-07:50

1 stop14h 15m

£682

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 30/12

06:05-22:05

1 stop14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

19:20-16:35

2 stops23h 15m

£698

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 3/3

06:05-00:25

2 stops40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

01:35-22:10

2 stops22h 35m

£700

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Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg (average of £471). Flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of £570). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GLA to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Glasgow to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Glasgow to Johannesburg in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Glasgow to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Glasgow to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Glasgow to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 18 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Glasgow to Johannesburg, such as Emirates, KLM, andKenya Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg?

    KLM and British Airways can get you from Glasgow to Johannesburg in just under 20h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20m. There are 5979 mi between Glasgow and Johannesburg. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Lufthansa (£491), KLM (£501), and Kenya Airways (£593) offers the cheapest pricing from Glasgow to Johannesburg. You may be able to fly from Glasgow to Johannesburg for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg (average of £471). Flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of £570). 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 8 airlines flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow to Johannesburg. 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 18 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£460Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£491Average£679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£495Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£496Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£562Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£593Average£652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£600Average£761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£614Average£789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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