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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from £280

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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Scotland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Scotland flight deals. Data was last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£532

One-way from

£280

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£585
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 5/2-9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Scotland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Scotland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Thu 20/1118:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Mon 24/1106:10GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11£546
Thu 20/1118:45CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 20mLufthansa
Mon 24/1112:45EDI - CPT
1 stop20h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11£549
Fri 21/1123:59JNB - EDI
1 stop34h 41mKLM
Sun 30/1105:45EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Deal found 19/11£551
Thu 20/1119:50CPT - EDI
1 stop25h 15mSWISS
Mon 24/1114:20EDI - CPT
2 stops39h 20mSWISS
Deal found 19/11£558
Mon 1/1222:00JNB - INV
1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways
Thu 25/1211:45INV - JNB
1 stop20h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11£564
Thu 4/1219:35JNB - INV
1 stop26h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 25/1211:45INV - JNB
1 stop20h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11£572
Fri 21/1119:20JNB - EDI
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1105:45EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£575
Mon 1/1222:00JNB - INV
1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 24/1210:30INV - JNB
2 stops27h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11£599
Thu 4/1222:00JNB - INV
1 stop23h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 24/1210:30INV - JNB
2 stops27h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11£606
Tue 2/1209:25JNB - INV
2 stops26h 15mBritish Airways
Thu 25/1211:45INV - JNB
1 stop20h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11£642
Wed 17/1219:35JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 14/108:45EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11£647
Wed 17/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop25h 11mKLM
Wed 14/105:50EDI - JNB
1 stop14h 15mKLM
Deal found 21/11£659

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Scotland that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Scotland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:35-10:00

1 stop16h 25m

Inverness

Mon 9/2

12:20-07:35

1 stop17h 15m

£532

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

22:00-10:55

1 stop14h 55m

Inverness

Thu 25/12

11:45-10:25

1 stop20h 40m

£564

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/1

11:40-12:20

2 stops26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 10/1

17:45-09:30

1 stop13h 45m

£565

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-12:00

1 stop18h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/1

12:45-09:30

1 stop18h 45m

£572

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

23:59-12:40

1 stop14h 41m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/3

09:20-22:05

1 stop34h 45m

£577

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

10:40-12:20

2 stops27h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

12:45-09:30

1 stop18h 45m

£579

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:20-12:45

2 stops19h 25m

Inverness

Mon 9/2

13:15-12:10

2 stops20h 55m

£583

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

Glasgow Intl

Fri 30/1

06:05-22:05

1 stop14h 00m

£591

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

12:35-06:00

1 stop19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/2

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

£593

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

14:15-12:05

2 stops23h 50m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 9/2

13:10-13:25

2 stops22h 15m

£597

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Scotland

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of £330). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of £541). 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 ZA to SCT?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Scotland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Scotland in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Scotland?

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Scotland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Scotland. 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 Scotland. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Scotland have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,044 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,579 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,533 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Scotland in 14h 41m. Fly via British Airways, Lufthansa, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Scotland is about 5964 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 to fly from South Africa to Scotland one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £280. Kenya Airways flights start at £354 while deals on Emirates start at £363 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of £330). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in August is currently the most expensive (average of £541). 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 6 airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Scotland. 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 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£336Average£455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£414Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£459Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£530Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£547Average£697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£620Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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