Which airlines fly to South Africa?

KLM, British Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Scotland according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to South Africa?

Qatar Airways and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to South Africa

How long is the flight from Scotland to South Africa?

The flight from Scotland to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Inverness (a popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 13h 55m on average. If you fly from Edinburgh (another popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 19h 05m.

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa refresh daily.

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

There are 10 operators available for flights from Scotland to South Africa as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to South Africa?

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 South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

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

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06:25 - 21:20

INV

JNB

13h 55m

1 stop

23:15 - 22:30

JNB

INV

24h 15m

1 stop

£484KLM

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 18 May

06:25 - 21:20

INV

JNB

13h 55m

1 stop

23:15 - 22:30

JNB

INV

24h 15m

1 stop

£511KLM

Thu, 7 May - Thu, 21 May

06:25 - 21:20

INV

JNB

13h 55m

1 stop

23:15 - 12:45

JNB

INV

14h 30m

1 stop

£528KLM

Fri, 26 Jun - Tue, 14 Jul

22:00 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

35h 30m

2 stops

17:50 - 15:40

JNB

EDI

22h 50m

2 stops

£535Multiple Airlines

Sat, 9 May - Tue, 19 May

05:55 - 07:50

EDI

JNB

24h 55m

2 stops

18:35 - 14:10

JNB

EDI

20h 35m

2 stops

£545Multiple Airlines

Sat, 9 May - Tue, 19 May

10:40 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

22h 50m

1 stop

18:00 - 09:40

JNB

EDI

16h 40m

1 stop

£573Turkish Airlines

Fri, 1 May - Sun, 10 May

09:25 - 08:35

GLA

JNB

22h 10m

1 stop

08:45 - 16:45

JNB

GLA

33h 00m

2 stops

£581Lufthansa

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

12:45 - 09:30

EDI

CPT

19h 45m

1 stop

17:55 - 17:05

CPT

EDI

24h 10m

1 stop

£599Lufthansa

Mon, 11 May - Tue, 7 Jul

06:25 - 11:05

INV

JNB

27h 40m

2 stops

18:00 - 22:30

JNB

INV

29h 30m

2 stops

£622Air France

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 18 May

16:55 - 11:50

EDI

CPT

17h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 15:55

CPT

EDI

24h 20m

1 stop

£629Turkish Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

Emirates flights from Scotland to South Africa

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Emirates

12 Mar

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

38h 00m

1 stop

JNB05:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

23 Mar

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 15m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

£650

Emirates

12 Mar

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

29h 00m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

30 Mar

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m

1 stop

GLA12:40Glasgow Intl

£651

Emirates

23 Apr

GLA14:40Glasgow Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

30 Apr

JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 35m

1 stop

GLA12:40Glasgow Intl

£665

British Airways flights from Scotland to South Africa

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British Airways

16 Mar

EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 25m

1 stop

JNB03:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

7 Apr

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 00m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£675

British Airways

21 Mar

EDI14:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 20m

1 stop

JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

8 Apr

JNB14:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£677

British Airways

16 May

INV07:20Inverness

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB09:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

20 May

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 40m

1 stop

INV14:55Inverness

£690

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InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Mon 4/5

06:25-21:20

1 stop13h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

23:15-22:30

1 stop24h 15m

£484

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Thu 7/5

06:25-21:20

1 stop13h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

23:15-22:30

1 stop24h 15m

£511

Fastest return journey

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Fri 26/6

06:25-21:20

1 stop13h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

23:15-12:45

1 stop14h 30m

£528

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 9/5

22:00-10:30

2 stops35h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

17:50-15:40

2 stops22h 50m

£535

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 9/5

05:55-07:50

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

18:35-14:10

2 stops20h 35m

£545

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

10:40-10:30

1 stop22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

18:00-09:40

1 stop16h 40m

£573

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 20/4

09:25-08:35

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

08:45-16:45

2 stops33h 00m

£581

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/5

12:45-09:30

1 stop19h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

17:55-17:05

1 stop24h 10m

£599

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Mon 4/5

06:25-11:05

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

18:00-22:30

2 stops29h 30m

£622

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

16:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

£629

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Scotland to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £603. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of May, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £631.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around £707 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Scotland for as low as £620 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Scotland to South Africa takes 13h 55m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to South Africa?
There are 10 operators available for flights from Scotland to South Africa as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to South Africa?
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 South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to South Africa

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £369	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £407	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,249 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom £409	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,468 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom £453	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,543 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £473	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,781 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £520	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,841 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £567	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,897 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £600	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 296 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £638	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,540 reviews	Search Emirates flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom £665	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 40 reviews	Search RwandAir flights

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