How long is the flight from Scotland to Australia?

Flight times from Scotland to Australia vary, but if you’re flying out of Glasgow and flying into Sydney (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 27h on average. Another popular route from Scotland to Australia is flying from Edinburgh to Sydney, which will take roughly 30h 15m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Australia?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Scotland according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Australia?

Prices for flights from Scotland to Australia were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Australia?

There are 15 operators available for flights from Scotland to Australia as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Australia?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to Australia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Australia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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15:25 - 08:15GLA-BNE

30h 50m2 stops

10:10 - 07:50BNE-GLA

55h 40m2 stops

£670Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

12:45 - 08:15GLA-BNE

33h 30m2 stops

23:00 - 09:30BNE-GLA

44h 30m2 stops

£697Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

12:30 - 09:05EDI-SYD

33h 35m2 stops

11:50 - 07:55SYD-EDI

31h 05m2 stops

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11:30 - 06:30EDI-BNE

33h 00m2 stops

11:40 - 10:30BNE-EDI

32h 50m2 stops

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28h 35m1 stop

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31h 25m1 stop

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23:50 - 09:35BNE-EDI

42h 45m2 stops

£924Turkish Airlines

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29h 30m2 stops

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31h 05m2 stops

£969Turkish Airlines

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Qantas Airways flights from Scotland to Australia

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Qantas Airways

24 Feb

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

21h 55m

1 stop

SYD22:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

24 Mar

SYD21:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 25m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

£1,046

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19 Feb

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

30h 25m

1 stop

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

15 Mar

SYD21:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 25m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

£1,049

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19 Nov

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

22h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

4 Dec

MEL22:30Melbourne

24h 05m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

£1,060

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British Airways flights from Scotland to Australia

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British Airways

23 Feb

EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 20m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

16 Mar

MEL15:10Melbourne

32h 00m

2 stops

EDI12:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

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British Airways

11 Nov

EDI17:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 00m

2 stops

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

22 Nov

SYD16:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 50m

2 stops

EDI09:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

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21 Feb

EDI10:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

36h 25m

2 stops

MEL09:25Melbourne

16 Mar

MEL15:10Melbourne

30h 00m

2 stops

EDI10:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

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15:25-08:15

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12:45-08:15

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Wed 26/11

23:00-09:30

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 19/11

12:30-09:05

2 stops33h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

11:50-07:55

2 stops31h 05m

£897

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EDI - BNE

EDIBNE

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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11:30-06:30

2 stops33h 00m

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11:40-10:30

2 stops32h 50m

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EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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1 stop28h 35m

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2 stops37h 05m

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EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/11

12:30-10:00

2 stops34h 30m

Melbourne

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11:30-10:30

2 stops34h 00m

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EDI - BNE

EDIBNE

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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11:00-19:45

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2 stops31h 05m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from Scotland, with most prices found around £977. The month of March is another great option to travel to Australia, with average flight prices from Scotland averaging around £999.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Australia?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Australia is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £1,087. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Australia is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around £1,192.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Australia?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Scotland to Australia when you can find flight prices for as low as £1,116. Flying to Australia in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Australia is in the afternoon when prices are around £1,195.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Australia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around £1,151 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Scotland for as low as £983 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Australia?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Australia were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Australia?
There are 15 operators available for flights from Scotland to Australia as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Australia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Australia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to Australia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom £502	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 110 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £527	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,407 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £634	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,737 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £668	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £749	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,363 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom £762	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 278 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom £780	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,468 reviews	Search Air France flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £815	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 166 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £837	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,336 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £839	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,324 reviews	Search Finnair flights

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