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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from £265

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Scotland

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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 9 June 2026.

Thu 11/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Mon 22/606:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/6£567
Thu 11/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Wed 24/613:15
INV
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/6£568
Thu 11/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Tue 23/606:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/6£576
Wed 18/1119:35
JNB
-
INV
1 stop17h 20m
British Airways
Sun 22/1111:50
INV
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 8/6£582
Wed 10/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Mon 22/606:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/6£585
Tue 15/917:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 22/910:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/6£585
Fri 16/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1011:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£587
Wed 10/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Wed 24/613:15
INV
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/6£587
Tue 15/914:05
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 22/915:10
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6£593
Wed 10/623:15
JNB
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Tue 23/606:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/6£594
Thu 17/913:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 21/916:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops39h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6£594
Sun 18/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1011:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£595

Find 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 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£582

One-way from

£265

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£643
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 18/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 55m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£23 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Scotland 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 9 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Scotland that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

19:35-10:55

1 stop17h 20m

Inverness

Sun 22/11

11:50-10:25

1 stop20h 35m

£582

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

16:55-09:40

2 stops39h 45m

£594

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:45-06:25

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

07:55-04:00

1 stop19h 05m

£646

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:45-06:25

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 20/9

15:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

£656

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

19:25-09:35

1 stop15h 10m

Inverness

Thu 30/7

10:25-09:25

1 stop22h 00m

£668

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/8

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

£675

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 1/7

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

£685

DurbanGlasgow

DUR - GLA

DURGLA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 21/7

18:40-12:40

1 stop19h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 28/7

14:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

£690

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-13:40

1 stop25h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 20/9

15:10-17:30

1 stop25h 20m

£690

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-13:40

1 stop25h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

15:10-17:30

1 stop25h 20m

£696

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of £388). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,004). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Scotland?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Scotland, you should look to book at least 81 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.

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 9 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,409 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,034 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 16h 40m. Fly via British Airways, Turkish Airlines, or Qatar Airways 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 £204. Emirates flights start at £289 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £326 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of £388). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,004). 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 9 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£409Average£671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£459Average£701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£505Average£778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£514Average£720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£551Average£732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£553Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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