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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from £196

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
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 4 August 2026.

Wed 16/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/906:15
EDI
-
CPT
3 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8£552
Thu 19/1119:35
JNB
-
INV
1 stop16h 40m
British Airways
Mon 23/1111:05
INV
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 1/8£576
Wed 28/1009:20
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop35h 35m
SWISS
Thu 5/1110:15
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop19h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 30/7£593
Thu 17/916:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 29/910:45
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/8£603
Tue 11/816:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/810:45
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/7£605
Mon 3/813:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/810:45
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/7£606
Wed 16/918:00
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/906:05
EDI
-
JNB
3 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8£613
Mon 14/914:05
JNB
-
INV
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/912:55
INV
-
JNB
3 stops42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7£620
Wed 19/820:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/820:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7£621
Mon 3/820:55
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop17h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 18/807:55
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7£624
Thu 27/820:55
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/915:00
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7£624
Thu 10/1213:45
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/1214:05
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7£629

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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£552

One-way from

£196

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£659
16/9-29/9
  • 16/9-29/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 66h 05m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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12/10
  • 12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 40m total
  • South Africa to Scotland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£30 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 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 4 August 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

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

00:10-07:10

2 stops32h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 29/9

06:15-17:20

3 stops34h 05m

£552

JohannesburgInverness

JNB - INV

JNBINV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

19:35-10:15

1 stop16h 40m

Inverness

Mon 23/11

11:05-10:25

1 stop21h 20m

£580

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

18:50-15:20

1 stop22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 22/11

10:40-09:40

2 stops21h 00m

£630

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/10

14:00-09:40

2 stops21h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

10:40-12:05

1 stop23h 25m

£642

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

10:05-12:40

1 stop27h 35m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 19/10

21:45-08:20

2 stops33h 35m

£650

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

16:35-09:45

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

10:45-11:50

1 stop24h 05m

£650

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

14:00-09:40

2 stops21h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/11

10:40-12:05

1 stop23h 25m

£650

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

17:55-16:00

1 stop23h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/10

10:45-09:40

2 stops21h 55m

£660

JohannesburgGlasgow

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

19:35-07:50

1 stop14h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Mon 23/11

12:40-10:25

1 stop19h 45m

£673

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

14:05-06:25

1 stop17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 29/8

07:55-04:00

1 stop19h 05m

£674

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of £599). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in July is currently the most expensive (average of £728). 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 4 August 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
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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
3,641 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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
1,552 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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
3,736 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,464 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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
8,148 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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 Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Scotland is about 6073 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 £202. Emirates flights start at £286 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £323 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Scotland (average of £599). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in July is currently the most expensive (average of £728). 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 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland

Discover the top 5 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 4 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£459Average£667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£493Average£741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£534Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£549Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£584Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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