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Cheap flights from Scotland to South Africa from £327

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Scotland to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Scotland to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scotland to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 May 2026.

Thu 10/915:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/919:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5£569
Thu 4/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 13/613:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/5£594
Wed 2/910:40
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 30/913:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/5£618
Tue 1/1216:20
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/1213:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops46h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5£621
Thu 26/1111:00
EDI
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 22/1213:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops46h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/5£625
Fri 5/610:40
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 26/613:30
JNB
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/5£632
Mon 15/606:40
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/618:35
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£649
Mon 15/613:20
GLA
-
JNB
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/718:00
JNB
-
GLA
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5£660
Wed 2/1213:35
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop18h 50m
Emirates
Wed 23/1218:50
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop18h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5£663
Sun 23/820:30
EDI
-
JNB
2 stops58h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/812:40
JNB
-
EDI
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£666
Tue 9/611:50
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/620:25
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5£668
Mon 18/514:40
GLA
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Emirates
Thu 11/619:10
JNB
-
GLA
1 stop18h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5£677

Find flight deals from Scotland to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Scotland to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£569

One-way from

£327

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£635
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • Scotland to South Africa
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13/5
  • 13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 10m total
  • Scotland to South Africa
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Scotland to South Africa 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 7 May 2026.
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GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 1/6

14:40-20:35

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

19:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

£663

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 22/6

06:40-07:30

2 stops23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

18:35-20:50

2 stops27h 15m

£690

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Wed 17/6

15:40-07:00

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

21:15-14:55

1 stop18h 40m

£723

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 19/5

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

19:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

£729

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/8

15:10-09:00

1 stop16h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:45-13:40

1 stop23h 55m

£735

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 22/8

15:10-10:15

1 stop18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

13:15-13:40

1 stop25h 25m

£737

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/8

16:55-09:40

2 stops39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

17:50-15:55

1 stop23h 05m

£748

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

15:10-09:00

1 stop16h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

12:40-06:25

1 stop18h 45m

£763

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Fri 26/6

06:30-09:00

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

20:55-21:20

2 stops25h 25m

£765

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 12/6

07:55-13:10

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/7

13:15-13:40

1 stop25h 25m

£766

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Best time to book a flight from Scotland to South Africa

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

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

The best time to book flights from Scotland to South Africa is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to South Africa (average of £363). Flying from Scotland to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of £1,468). 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Scotland to South Africa in 14h 20m. Fly via Emirates, British Airways, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 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 Scotland to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £311. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Scotland to South Africa for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to South Africa (average of £363). Flying from Scotland to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of £1,468). 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 Scotland to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Scotland 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 7 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£363Average£856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£402Average£721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£426Average£717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£465Average£857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£485Average£882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapest£509Average£777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£518Average£768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£565Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapest£631Average£812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest£653Average£971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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