How long is the flight from Scotland to Johannesburg?

KLM, Kenya Airways, and Qatar Airways can get you from Scotland to Johannesburg in just under 20h. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 15m. There are 5964 mi between Scotland and Johannesburg. 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 Scotland to Johannesburg one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £311. Emirates flights start at £356 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £398 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from Scotland to Johannesburg?

While some choose either Glasgow Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Inverness - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Scotland to Johannesburg.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Scotland to Johannesburg?

The most popular airlines flying from Scotland to Johannesburg are KLM, British Airways and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Scotland to Johannesburg as you normally would.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Scotland to Johannesburg?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Scotland to Johannesburg?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland 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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Scotland to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 27 August 2026.

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Round-trip from	£557
One-way from	£328
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Cheapest in	April
Average price	£762

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23:59-12:45

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Johannesburg (average of £642). Flying from Scotland to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of £986). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Scotland to Johannesburg?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Scotland to Johannesburg flights typically cost between £627 and £736 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £597 on KLM (19 Nov–26 Nov).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Scotland to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Scotland to Johannesburg?
KLM, Kenya Airways, and Qatar Airways can get you from Scotland to Johannesburg in just under 20h. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 15m. There are 5964 mi between Scotland and Johannesburg. 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 Scotland to Johannesburg one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £311. Emirates flights start at £356 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £398 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Scotland to Johannesburg?
While some choose either Glasgow Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Inverness - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Scotland to Johannesburg.
Can I find deals for flights from Scotland to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Scotland to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Scotland to Johannesburg?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Scotland to Johannesburg.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Scotland to Johannesburg?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland 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 Scotland to Johannesburg?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Johannesburg (average of £642). Flying from Scotland to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of £986). 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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Qatar Airways	Cheapest£362	Average£966	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	Cheapest£380	Average£703	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£402	Average£630	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	Cheapest£464	Average£843	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	Cheapest£485	Average£743	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£517	Average£761	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	Cheapest£569	Average£665	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Emirates	Cheapest£635	Average£728	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
SWISS	Cheapest£647	Average£910	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights

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Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Scotland to Johannesburg flights typically cost between £627 and £736 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £597 on KLM (19 Nov–26 Nov).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Scotland to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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Scotland to Johannesburg flights typically cost between £627 and £736 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £597 on KLM (19 Nov–26 Nov).