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Cheap flights from Scotland to South Africa 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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — JNB
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
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 12 December 2025.

Tue 30/1220:30EDI - JNB
1 stop23h 35mKLM
Mon 19/123:59JNB - EDI
1 stop18h 06mKLM
Deal found 10/12£734
Tue 30/1217:45EDI - JNB
2 stops43h 50mLufthansa
Mon 19/111:40JNB - EDI
3 stops26h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 9/12£742
Tue 30/1215:20GLA - JNB
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 2/222:00JNB - GLA
1 stop14h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/12£758
Thu 11/1207:20EDI - JNB
3 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1206:30JNB - EDI
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12£770
Thu 11/1217:00EDI - JNB
1 stop27h 05mKLM
Tue 16/1223:59JNB - EDI
1 stop14h 46mKLM
Deal found 10/12£773
Thu 11/1213:25GLA - JNB
1 stop30h 40mKLM
Tue 16/1223:59JNB - GLA
1 stop34h 31mKLM
Deal found 10/12£776
Tue 30/1206:05GLA - JNB
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Mon 2/219:20JNB - GLA
2 stops16h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/12£783
Thu 11/1207:25GLA - JNB
3 stops46h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1206:30JNB - GLA
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12£787
Fri 12/1217:45EDI - JNB
2 stops21h 40mLufthansa
Sat 31/110:40JNB - EDI
3 stops27h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/12£788
Tue 30/1215:20GLA - JNB
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 30/119:35JNB - GLA
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/12£792
Sun 28/1210:50GLA - JNB
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/123:59JNB - GLA
1 stop24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12£809
Tue 30/1209:05GLA - JNB
1 stop35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/219:20JNB - GLA
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12£811

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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£435

One-way from

£250

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£952
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 28/2-15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Scotland to South Africa
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 15m total
  • Scotland to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 December 2025.
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InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Sat 28/2

12:35-07:35

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

22:00-11:10

1 stop15h 10m

£435

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Sat 14/3

12:35-07:35

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

19:35-11:10

1 stop17h 35m

£437

InvernessCape Town

INV - CPT

INVCPT

Inverness

Tue 3/3

13:15-12:40

2 stops45h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

15:20-12:45

2 stops23h 25m

£547

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/3

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

18:00-15:50

1 stop22h 50m

£594

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

16:20-10:50

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

17:55-09:40

1 stop16h 45m

£594

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 21/1

06:05-09:45

2 stops25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

18:25-22:10

2 stops29h 45m

£601

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 21/1

06:05-12:40

2 stops28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

14:00-16:35

2 stops28h 35m

£601

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Wed 18/3

10:30-07:35

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

22:00-11:10

1 stop15h 10m

£602

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Wed 21/1

10:30-10:25

1 stop21h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

22:00-11:10

1 stop15h 10m

£606

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 3/6

06:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£607

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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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to South Africa (average of £387). Flying from Scotland to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of £559). 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 SCT to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Scotland to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Scotland to South Africa in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Scotland to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Scotland to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Scotland to South Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17h. Fly via British Airways, KLM, or Turkish Airlines 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 KLM, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £319. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Lufthansa, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to South Africa (average of £387). Flying from Scotland to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of £559). 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 9 airlines flying from Scotland to South Africa

Discover the top 9 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 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£452Average£735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£463Average£701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£484Average£703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£494Average£717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£558Average£865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£566Average£631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£583Average£844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£590Average£848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£600Average£870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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