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 Edinburgh (a popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 16h 35m on average. If you fly from Inverness (another popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 16h 35m.

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

Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to South Africa

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 44% 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.

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 May 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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16:55 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

16h 35m

1 stop

13:30 - 15:55

JNB

EDI

27h 25m

2 stops

£610Turkish Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

16:55 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

16h 35m

1 stop

18:00 - 15:55

JNB

EDI

22h 55m

1 stop

£634Turkish Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

21:10 - 07:50

EDI

JNB

33h 40m

3 stops

18:35 - 20:30

JNB

EDI

26h 55m

2 stops

£643Multiple Airlines

Fri, 5 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

09:15 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

24h 15m

2 stops

12:40 - 19:05

JNB

EDI

31h 25m

2 stops

£648Multiple Airlines

Thu, 28 May - Thu, 4 Jun

14:40 - 16:15

GLA

JNB

24h 35m

1 stop

13:30 - 12:40

JNB

GLA

24h 10m

1 stop

£663Emirates

Mon, 25 May - Mon, 1 Jun

09:10 - 21:20

GLA

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

23:15 - 08:25

JNB

GLA

34h 10m

1 stop

£664KLM

Mon, 15 Jun - Mon, 13 Jul

22:00 - 16:15

EDI

JNB

17h 15m

1 stop

10:05 - 20:05

JNB

EDI

35h 00m

1 stop

£668Emirates

Mon, 7 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

15:50 - 09:25

INV

JNB

16h 35m

1 stop

21:15 - 21:35

JNB

INV

25h 20m

1 stop

£713British Airways

Thu, 11 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

15:50 - 09:25

INV

JNB

16h 35m

1 stop

21:15 - 21:35

JNB

INV

25h 20m

1 stop

£715British Airways

Thu, 11 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

06:25 - 21:25

INV

CPT

14h 00m

1 stop

23:15 - 22:30

CPT

INV

24h 15m

1 stop

£717KLM

Tue, 23 Jun - Sun, 5 Jul

Emirates flights from Scotland to South Africa

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Emirates

25 May

GLA14:40Glasgow Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

1 Jun

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m

1 stop

GLA12:40Glasgow Intl

£663

Emirates

7 Sept

EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 15m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24 Sept

JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 00m

1 stop

EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£668

Emirates

7 Jun

GLA14:40Glasgow Intl

28h 55m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

11 Jun

JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 35m

1 stop

GLA12:40Glasgow Intl

£674

Turkish Airlines flights from Scotland to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

7 May

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

22h 00m

2 stops

JNB09:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

7 Jul

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

EDI09:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£592

Turkish Airlines

2 Sept

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

30 Sept

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£610

Turkish Airlines

2 Sept

EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 35m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

30 Sept

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

£634

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EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/9

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

13:30-15:55

2 stops27h 25m

£610

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/9

16:55-10:30

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

18:00-15:55

1 stop22h 55m

£634

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

21:10-07:50

3 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

18:35-20:30

2 stops26h 55m

£643

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 28/5

09:15-10:30

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

12:40-19:05

2 stops31h 25m

£648

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 25/5

14:40-16:15

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

13:30-12:40

1 stop24h 10m

£663

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 15/6

09:10-21:20

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£664

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/9

22:00-16:15

1 stop17h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

£668

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Thu 11/6

15:50-09:25

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

21:15-21:35

1 stop25h 20m

£713

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Thu 11/6

15:50-09:25

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

21:15-21:35

1 stop25h 20m

£715

Fastest return journey

InvernessCape Town

INV - CPT

INVCPT

Inverness

Tue 23/6

06:25-21:25

1 stop14h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/7

23:15-22:30

1 stop24h 15m

£717

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, July 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 £362. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of July, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £387.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Scotland 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 £701 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 £603 on momondo.

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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 May 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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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £362	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,723 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom £402	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,509 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £426	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,343 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £465	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,940 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £485	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 303 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom £509	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,583 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £517	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,965 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £564	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,931 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £631	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,567 reviews	Search Emirates flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom £653	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to South Africa from Scotland with this policy.

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