How long is the flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

There are many flights that can get you from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 19h 50m. Fly via Air France, KLM, or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. Glasgow and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 5979 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

KLM, at £470, was found to be the cheapest airline from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Kenya Airways and Lufthansa. KLM is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £404. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 airlines that fly from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Emirates, KLM and British Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

When flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Can I find deals for flights from Glasgow to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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1 stop14h 20m

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1 stop14h 40m

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Round-trip from	£556
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	January
Average price	£875

7/10-14/10
4 total stops
46h 40m total
Glasgow to Johannesburg

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GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 22/9

13:30-10:20

2 stops19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

18:50-16:10

2 stops22h 20m

£648

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 12/1

05:40-11:25

2 stops51h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/2

19:40-16:30

2 stops22h 50m

£658

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 12/11

07:10-09:40

3 stops24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

18:50-22:55

2 stops30h 05m

£677

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 12/11

13:25-11:25

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

23:59-16:30

1 stop18h 31m

£679

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 5/1

05:40-10:55

2 stops27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/2

01:35-20:20

2 stops20h 45m

£680

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 24/11

15:25-10:25

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

19:35-07:50

1 stop14h 15m

£694

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 10/2

10:40-11:25

2 stops22h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/3

23:59-12:45

1 stop14h 46m

£711

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 1/12

05:40-22:00

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

£717

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 13/1

10:40-15:50

2 stops27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

01:35-20:20

2 stops20h 45m

£735

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GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 13/1

14:05-08:20

1 stop16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/3

21:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

£743

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £648). Flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £881). 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 Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between £736 and £851 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £556 on Multiple Airlines (7 Oct–14 Oct).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andLufthansa from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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

3,656 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,656 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,656 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

KLM

7.8

Good

1,565 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,656 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

8,216 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,656 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Kenya Airways

6.7

Okay

326 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,656 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,188 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,656 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

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How long is the flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 19h 50m. Fly via Air France, KLM, or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. Glasgow and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 5979 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
KLM, at £470, was found to be the cheapest airline from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Kenya Airways and Lufthansa. KLM is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £404. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.
Can I find deals for flights from Glasgow to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Glasgow to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Glasgow to OR Tambo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Glasgow to OR Tambo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Glasgow to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £648). Flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £881). 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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Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£401	Average£629	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	Cheapest£470	Average£681	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Kenya Airways	Cheapest£484	Average£742	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£516	Average£759	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£545	Average£666	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air France	Cheapest£568	Average£664	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
British Airways	Cheapest£598	Average£875	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest£634	Average£726	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
SWISS	Cheapest£646	Average£908	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between £736 and £851 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £556 on Multiple Airlines (7 Oct–14 Oct).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andLufthansa from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

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Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between £736 and £851 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £556 on Multiple Airlines (7 Oct–14 Oct).