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Cheap flights from Glasgow to South Africa from £386

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — JNB
31 May — 7 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Glasgow to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 May 2026.

Thu 18/606:00
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop14h 20m
KLM
Tue 14/723:15
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop34h 10m
KLM
Deal found 26/4£665
Mon 25/514:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Mon 1/613:30
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop24h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 28/4£667
Sun 7/614:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Emirates
Thu 11/610:05
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop27h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4£678
Tue 5/514:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Tue 19/510:05
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop27h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4£690
Tue 12/508:35
GLA
-
JNB
3 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/520:40
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4£698
Wed 10/614:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop37h 50m
Emirates
Sat 20/610:05
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop27h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 29/4£704
Tue 12/514:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop18h 35m
Emirates
Tue 26/510:05
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop27h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4£730
Thu 11/614:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop37h 50m
Emirates
Mon 15/619:10
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop18h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 28/4£731
Wed 29/408:35
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/512:40
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4£740
Thu 18/619:30
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 14/712:40
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/4£757
Thu 11/609:10
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop35h 15m
KLM
Thu 18/623:15
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop24h 55m
KLM
Deal found 27/4£794
Thu 11/608:05
GLA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/616:35
CPT
-
GLA
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4£797

Find flight deals from Glasgow to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Glasgow to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 1 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£665

One-way from

£386

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£704
KLM
  • KLM
  • 18/6-14/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 30m total
  • Glasgow to South Africa
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • Glasgow to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 18/6

13:30-10:20

2 stops19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£692

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 11/6

14:40-05:30

1 stop37h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

19:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

£731
Fastest return journey

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 25/5

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

£732

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Sun 7/6

08:45-09:15

3 stops23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

13:30-20:50

3 stops32h 20m

£766

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Sun 14/6

06:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£779

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Fri 12/6

14:40-05:30

1 stop37h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

10:05-12:40

1 stop27h 35m

£783

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 23/6

10:55-09:25

1 stop21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

20:55-18:40

2 stops22h 45m

£828

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 22/9

14:40-18:05

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

18:25-12:40

1 stop19h 15m

£828

GlasgowDurban

GLA - DUR

GLADUR

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/6

14:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 8/6

18:40-12:40

1 stop19h 00m

£836

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Sun 7/6

14:40-20:35

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

08:20-12:40

3 stops29h 20m

£869

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Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Glasgow to South Africa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Glasgow to South Africa?

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Glasgow to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Glasgow to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to South Africa (average of £334). Flying from Glasgow to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £570). 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 1 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andLufthansa from Glasgow to South Africa to help guide your decision. 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
3,568 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,964 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
303 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,937 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Glasgow to South Africa. 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 Glasgow to South Africa?

    Airlines like KLM, Emirates, and Kenya Airways fly from Glasgow to South Africa in about 19h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 27h 10m. There are 5979 mi between Glasgow and South Africa. 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 Glasgow to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with KLM, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £380. Lufthansa flights start at £408 while deals on Emirates start at £574 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Glasgow to South Africa?

    While some choose either Glasgow Intl - Cape Town Intl or Glasgow Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Glasgow Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Glasgow to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Glasgow to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Glasgow to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Glasgow to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Glasgow to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Glasgow to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow to South Africa 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 Glasgow to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to South Africa (average of £334). Flying from Glasgow to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £570). 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 10 airlines flying from Glasgow to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow to South Africa. 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 1 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£426Average£718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£483Average£735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£513Average£762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£537Average£752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£557Average£757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£567Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£585Average£859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£614Average£735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£634Average£804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest£656Average£975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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