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 38h. Fly via Emirates to get the fastest option. Glasgow and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 5979 mi.

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

KLM, at £477, was found to be the cheapest airline from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Lufthansa and Kenya Airways. 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 £409. 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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Round-trip from	£626
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	£718

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GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Glasgow Intl

Tue 8/12

13:35-05:35

1 stop38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/12

10:10-11:30

1 stop27h 20m

£723

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Glasgow Intl

Thu 19/11

13:35-20:30

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

10:10-11:30

1 stop27h 20m

£728

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GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Sat 28/11

13:35-05:35

1 stop38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

18:50-11:30

1 stop18h 40m

£747

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Glasgow Intl

Thu 19/11

16:50-15:35

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

19:35-10:55

1 stop17h 20m

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GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Glasgow Intl

Sun 6/12

08:25-08:25

2 stops46h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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18:50-11:30

1 stop18h 40m

£778

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GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Sat 28/11

12:40-15:35

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

19:35-08:00

1 stop14h 25m

£778

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GLA Glasgow Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Glasgow Intl

Tue 1/12

05:40-11:25

2 stops27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

23:55-16:30

1 stop18h 35m

£784

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PIK Glasgow Prestwick - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Glasgow Prestwick

Fri 16/4

08:05-09:50

2 stops24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/4

20:15-20:20

2 stops25h 05m

£857

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £664). Flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £955). 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 £675 and £749 in March.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £626 on KLM (1 Mar–10 Mar).

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 48 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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8.1

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10.0

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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

3,687 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

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1,595 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

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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

8,298 reviews

Emirates

8.1

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3,687 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

336 reviews

Emirates

8.1

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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

British Airways

6.7

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Emirates

8.1

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3,687 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

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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 38h. Fly via Emirates to get the fastest option. Glasgow and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 5979 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
KLM, at £477, was found to be the cheapest airline from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Lufthansa and Kenya Airways. 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 £409. 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £664). Flying from Glasgow to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £955). 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£404	Average£635	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	Cheapest£477	Average£695	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£522	Average£780	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Kenya Airways	Cheapest£550	Average£750	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£580	Average£709	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest£590	Average£781	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Air France	Cheapest£594	Average£702	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
British Airways	Cheapest£611	Average£890	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
SWISS	Cheapest£654	Average£920	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights

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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 £675 and £749 in March.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £626 on KLM (1 Mar–10 Mar).

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 48 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 £675 and £749 in March.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £626 on KLM (1 Mar–10 Mar).