How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

The flight from Scotland to Johannesburg depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Edinburgh (a popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in Johannesburg), then the flight time is 15h 55m on average. If you fly from Glasgow (another popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 17h 05m.

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

KLM, British Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Scotland according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to Johannesburg?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Scotland to Johannesburg

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to Johannesburg refresh daily.

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

There are 9 operators available for flights from Scotland to Johannesburg as of June 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to Johannesburg.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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07:10 - 08:45

GLA

JNB

24h 35m

2 stops

18:35 - 19:45

JNB

GLA

26h 10m

2 stops

£613Multiple Airlines

Thu, 25 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul

06:00 - 21:20

GLA

JNB

14h 20m

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23:15 - 23:10

JNB

GLA

24h 55m

1 stop

£614KLM

Thu, 25 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul

06:00 - 21:20

GLA

JNB

14h 20m

1 stop

18:50 - 16:15

JNB

GLA

22h 25m

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£635Multiple Airlines

Thu, 25 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul

06:00 - 10:55

GLA

JNB

27h 55m

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12:10 - 19:50

JNB

GLA

32h 40m

2 stops

£670Kenya Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

13:10 - 10:20

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JNB

20h 10m

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23:15 - 16:10

JNB

EDI

17h 55m

1 stop

£670KLM

Fri, 28 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep

05:40 - 15:50

GLA

JNB

32h 10m

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01:35 - 20:25

JNB

GLA

20h 50m

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£673Kenya Airways

Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec

06:10 - 08:35

EDI

JNB

25h 25m

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08:45 - 09:45

JNB

EDI

26h 00m

1 stop

£673Lufthansa

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

05:40 - 10:55

GLA

JNB

27h 15m

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17:00 - 20:25

JNB

GLA

29h 25m

2 stops

£674Kenya Airways

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

16:20 - 11:00

EDI

JNB

16h 40m

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13:30 - 15:20

JNB

EDI

27h 50m

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£676Turkish Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

16:20 - 09:40

EDI

JNB

39h 20m

2 stops

18:50 - 09:40

JNB

EDI

16h 50m

1 stop

£688Turkish Airlines

Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

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Qatar Airways flights from Scotland to Johannesburg

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Qatar Airways

28 Sept

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 10m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

9 Oct

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£711

Qatar Airways

1 Dec

EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 25m

1 stop

JNB03:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

9 Dec

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 50m

1 stop

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£720

Qatar Airways

13 Oct

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 10m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

24 Oct

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 15m

1 stop

EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£743

KLM flights from Scotland to Johannesburg

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KLM

25 Jun

GLA06:00Glasgow Intl

14h 20m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

8 Jul

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m

1 stop

GLA23:10Glasgow Intl

£614

KLM

20 Jun

GLA17:00Glasgow Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

6 Jul

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 00m

1 stop

GLA16:15Glasgow Intl

£645

KLM

20 Jun

GLA17:00Glasgow Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

6 Jul

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 05m

2 stops

GLA12:55Glasgow Intl

£670

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18:35-19:45

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£613

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Glasgow Intl

Thu 25/6

06:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

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£670

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EDI - JNB

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/8

13:10-10:20

2 stops20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

£670

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GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

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05:40-15:50

2 stops32h 10m

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01:35-20:25

2 stops20h 50m

£673

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EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

06:10-08:35

1 stop25h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

08:45-09:45

1 stop26h 00m

£673

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GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 1/12

05:40-10:55

2 stops27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

17:00-20:25

2 stops29h 25m

£674

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/11

16:20-11:00

1 stop16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

13:30-15:20

2 stops27h 50m

£676

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 27/10

16:20-09:40

2 stops39h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

18:50-09:40

1 stop16h 50m

£688

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from Scotland is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around £288, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Johannesburg from Scotland during July instead. Flights to Johannesburg in July, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around £368.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Scotland to Johannesburg?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around £726 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Scotland for as low as £623 on momondo.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Scotland to Johannesburg

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Johannesburg refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Johannesburg?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Scotland to Johannesburg as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Johannesburg?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £368	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom £386	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,529 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £405	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,411 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £472	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,047 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £492	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 306 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £525	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,057 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom £558	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,606 reviews	Search Air France flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £636	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,585 reviews	Search Emirates flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £653	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,966 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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