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Cheap flights from South Africa to Scotland from £400

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EDI
27 Oct — 3 Nov1
1 adult

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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 22 October 2024.

Thu 26/1223:59CPT - GLA
1 stop25h 11mKLM
Sun 26/106:05GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Deal found 21/10£406
Tue 29/1012:45JNB - EDI
1 stop19h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 5/1114:05EDI - JNB
1 stop22h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10£581
Mon 21/1019:00JNB - GLA
1 stop29h 05mLufthansa
Mon 28/1005:55GLA - JNB
2 stops23h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 20/10£599
Thu 7/1105:55JNB - EDI
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/1107:00EDI - JNB
3 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10£602
Thu 7/1110:10JNB - EDI
2 stops33h 00mLufthansa
Mon 25/1112:40EDI - JNB
2 stops16h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 21/10£605
Mon 21/1018:50JNB - GLA
2 stops29h 20mKLM
Mon 28/1006:05GLA - JNB
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 20/10£626
Thu 14/1118:30CPT - EDI
1 stop19h 30mLufthansa
Wed 27/1117:50EDI - CPT
1 stop15h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 21/10£637
Mon 21/1018:50JNB - GLA
2 stops29h 20mAir France
Mon 28/1006:05GLA - JNB
2 stops49h 20mAir France
Deal found 20/10£655
Mon 28/1001:15JNB - EDI
2 stops23h 55mKenya Airways
Tue 5/1105:45EDI - JNB
2 stops32h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/10£665
Sun 22/1209:30CPT - GLA
2 stops28h 25mLufthansa
Mon 13/112:35GLA - CPT
2 stops17h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 21/10£685
Tue 3/1219:45JNB - EDI
2 stops19h 05mKLM
Tue 10/1209:15EDI - JNB
2 stops22h 00mKLM
Deal found 21/10£731
Thu 7/1123:00CPT - EDI
2 stops26h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 11/1114:05EDI - CPT
3 stops21h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/10£734

Find flights from South Africa to Scotland within your budget

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 1,032,068 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

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Cape Town IntlGlasgow Intl

CPT - GLA

CPTGLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/12

1 stop25h 11m

Glasgow Intl

Sun 26/1

1 stop14h 05m

£406

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

2 stops27h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 25/11

2 stops23h 05m

£497

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/1

1 stop29h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 17/1

1 stop35h 50m

£590

Cape Town IntlEdinburgh Turnhouse

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/11

2 stops33h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/11

1 stop15h 05m

£595

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

2 stops28h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 25/11

3 stops47h 35m

£602

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

1 stop15h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/3

1 stop18h 20m

£611

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

2 stops22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 25/11

2 stops32h 35m

£620

Cape Town IntlEdinburgh Turnhouse

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/4

2 stops22h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/4

1 stop27h 05m

£630

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

2 stops23h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 25/11

2 stops27h 10m

£657

Cape Town IntlEdinburgh Turnhouse

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/11

1 stop25h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/11

1 stop25h 05m

£688

Johannesburg OR TamboEdinburgh Turnhouse

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

2 stops18h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/3

1 stop14h 15m

£723

Johannesburg OR TamboGlasgow Intl

JNB - GLA

JNBGLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

1 stop24h 10m

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/12

1 stop29h 25m

£811

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Deals found on 21/10

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Scotland

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Scotland

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Scotland including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 £79). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in December is currently the most expensive (average of £106). 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 22 October 2024.

When flying from South Africa to Scotland, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Scotland by month

Plan your trip to Scotland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Scotland ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Scotland when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Scotland by month

Plan your trip to Scotland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Scotland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 22 October 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and British Airways from South Africa to Scotland. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.6
Good
3,921 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

RwandAir
7.5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,548 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.

  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Scotland for under £500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Scotland for under £500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on KLM for just £406, but on average you can expect to pay £674.

  • What does JNB to EDI mean?

    Great question - JNB to EDI just means Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA), Aberdeen Dyce Airport (ABZ), Inverness Airport (INV), Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), Dundee Airport (DND) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Scotland that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Scotland flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Scotland with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Scotland flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Scotland that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Scotland?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Scotland flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Scotland flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Scotland flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 21/10.

  • 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 £79). Flying from South Africa to Scotland in December is currently the most expensive (average of £106). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland

Discover the top 7 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 1,032,068 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£311Average£405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£341Average£494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£396Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£480Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£499Average£704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£534Average£678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£630Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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