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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from £235

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
11 Apr — 18 Apr1
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 12 March 2026.

Fri 24/409:45
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/513:20
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops41h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3£541
Thu 21/523:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/611:35
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3£556
Tue 21/420:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/406:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3£556
Sun 17/523:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 15m
KLM
Wed 3/609:15
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
KLM
Deal found 9/3£557
Wed 20/518:00
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/3£558
Thu 21/523:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/617:25
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3£559
Thu 19/1122:00
JNB
-
INV
1 stop23h 40m
British Airways
Mon 23/1112:20
INV
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 11/3£560
Tue 19/517:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3£560
Sun 17/523:15
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop24h 55m
KLM
Thu 4/605:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 35m
KLM
Deal found 9/3£561
Wed 1/412:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 15/415:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3£562
Wed 22/414:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/407:20
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3£563
Mon 30/314:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 13/415:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/3£565

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 12 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£541

One-way from

£235

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£590
24/4-1/5
  • 24/4-1/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 00m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 00m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£28 potential increase over avg. 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 12 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Scotland that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

05:45-21:20

1 stop14h 35m

£559

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

18:00-09:40

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

10:40-10:30

1 stop22h 50m

£580

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

20:40-21:20

2 stops25h 40m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 3/5

08:00-08:50

2 stops23h 50m

£581

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

17:05-21:20

1 stop27h 15m

£581

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

18:00-15:55

1 stop22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

10:40-10:30

1 stop22h 50m

£612

JohannesburgAberdeen

JNB - ABZ

JNBABZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

09:50-17:55

2 stops33h 05m

Aberdeen Dyce

Wed 29/4

06:50-08:20

2 stops48h 30m

£614

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:15-12:40

1 stop24h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Fri 1/5

14:40-16:40

1 stop25h 00m

£615

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

£634

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

£635

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-21:35

2 stops33h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

07:35-11:30

2 stops26h 55m

£637

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 £345). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in April is currently the most expensive (average of £553). 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.

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 12 March 2026.
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
7.8
Good
1,471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.8
Good
1,471 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,740 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,255 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,846 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,784 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 KLM, Turkish Airlines, or Emirates 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 Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £230. Qatar Airways flights start at £236 while deals on Emirates start at £287 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 £345). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in April is currently the most expensive (average of £553). 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 12 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£403Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£406Average£686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£456Average£683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£465Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£502Average£772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£518Average£631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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