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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from £250

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
20 Apr — 27 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 21 March 2026.

Mon 4/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/507:55
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£560
Tue 5/514:45
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/506:15
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£564
Thu 2/414:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/407:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3£567
Thu 19/1122:00
JNB
-
INV
1 stop23h 40m
British Airways
Mon 23/1119:45
INV
-
JNB
1 stop33h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 16/3£568
Wed 1/420:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 13/415:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3£569
Wed 27/519:10
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop18h 30m
Emirates
Wed 10/614:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 21/3£570
Tue 31/314:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/407:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3£570
Mon 4/513:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/515:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3£571
Tue 5/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/507:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3£571
Tue 19/520:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/614:50
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3£573
Tue 19/517:50
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3£575
Sun 3/518:25
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop26h 40m
Emirates
Sun 10/522:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 19/3£576

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 21 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£560

One-way from

£250

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£594
4/5-11/5
  • 4/5-11/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m 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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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£5 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 21 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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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

10:05-12:40

1 stop27h 35m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 10/5

14:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

£597

DurbanGlasgow

DUR - GLA

DURGLA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/4

18:40-12:40

1 stop19h 00m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 13/4

14:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

£605

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

14:45-17:40

2 stops27h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/5

19:30-08:50

3 stops36h 20m

£618

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

13:30-12:40

1 stop24h 10m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 18/5

14:40-20:35

1 stop28h 55m

£640

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

13:30-20:05

1 stop31h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/5

22:00-05:30

1 stop30h 30m

£642

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

18:25-12:40

1 stop19h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 25/5

14:40-11:30

1 stop19h 50m

£644

Cape TownGlasgow

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

13:15-12:40

1 stop24h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 10/5

14:40-11:30

1 stop19h 50m

£644

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

19:10-23:25

2 stops29h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Sat 9/5

09:25-16:15

2 stops29h 50m

£645

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

12:40-13:40

1 stop26h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 25/4

15:00-15:50

1 stop23h 50m

£647

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/4

22:00-05:30

1 stop30h 30m

£647

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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 £346). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in April is currently the most expensive (average of £556). 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 21 March 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
3,544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,544 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
KLM
7.8
Good
1,475 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,733 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,261 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,805 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,544 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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 15h 40m. Fly via Emirates, Qatar Airways, or British Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Scotland is about 6020 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 £231. Qatar Airways flights start at £236 while deals on Emirates start at £288 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 £346). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in April is currently the most expensive (average of £556). 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 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£404Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£408Average£688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£458Average£686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£467Average£657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£504Average£776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£520Average£633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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