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 Glasgow (a popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 14h on average. If you fly from Edinburgh (another popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 14h 20m.

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

SWISS, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines 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 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 9 operators available for flights from Scotland to South Africa as of August 2025.

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.

£407 Cheap Flights from Scotland to South Africa in 2025

1 adult

0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Voted winner of Europe's Best Travel App 2023

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Scotland to South Africa

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap return flights

09:50 - 10:00EDI-CPT

22h 10m1 stop

12:30 - 10:00CPT-EDI

23h 30m1 stop

£503

Find Deal

Wed, 12 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov

07:00 - 10:00EDI-CPT

25h 00m1 stop

12:30 - 09:40CPT-EDI

23h 10m2 stops

£552

Find Deal

Wed, 12 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov

19:00 - 07:10EDI-CPT

35h 10m1 stop

19:00 - 18:00CPT-EDI

24h 00m1 stop

£563SWISS

Find Deal

Sat, 27 Sep - Thu, 9 Oct

06:00 - 21:20GLA-JNB

14h 20m1 stop

23:59 - 22:10JNB-GLA

24h 11m1 stop

£577KLM

Find Deal

Tue, 23 Sep - Tue, 4 Nov

06:00 - 21:20GLA-JNB

14h 20m1 stop

23:59 - 22:10JNB-GLA

24h 11m1 stop

£578KLM

Find Deal

Tue, 23 Sep - Tue, 4 Nov

11:00 - 10:50EDI-JNB

21h 50m1 stop

19:10 - 10:00JNB-EDI

16h 50m1 stop

£590Turkish Airlines

Find Deal

Wed, 5 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec

11:40 - 06:45EDI-CPT

17h 05m1 stop

08:50 - 21:35CPT-EDI

14h 45m1 stop

£614Air France

Find Deal

Fri, 28 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec

06:00 - 06:45EDI-CPT

22h 45m1 stop

08:50 - 21:35CPT-EDI

14h 45m1 stop

£621Air France

Find Deal

Fri, 28 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec

16:50 - 11:50EDI-CPT

18h 00m1 stop

16:35 - 15:50CPT-EDI

24h 15m1 stop

£646Turkish Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, 11 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

19:00 - 07:10EDI-CPT

35h 10m1 stop

14:15 - 18:00CPT-EDI

28h 45m2 stops

£673SWISS

Find Deal

Sat, 27 Sep - Thu, 9 Oct

British Airways flights from Scotland to South Africa

Our best British Airways deals on Scotland to South Africa flight tickets

British Airways

2 Oct

EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 00m

1 stop

JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

13 Oct

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 15m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£680

Find similar

British Airways

20 Jan

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 30m

2 stops

DUR10:35Durban King Shaka Intl

18 Feb

DUR11:55Durban King Shaka Intl

26h 35m

3 stops

EDI12:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

£855

Find similar

British Airways

2 Aug

EDI20:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

33h 25m

1 stop

JNB07:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

20 Aug

JNB13:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

£948

Find similar

KLM flights from Scotland to South Africa

Our best KLM deals on Scotland to South Africa flight tickets

KLM

23 Sept

GLA06:00Glasgow Intl

14h 20m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

4 Nov

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 11m

1 stop

GLA22:10Glasgow Intl

£577

Find similar

KLM

23 Sept

GLA06:00Glasgow Intl

14h 20m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

4 Nov

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 11m

1 stop

GLA22:10Glasgow Intl

£578

Find similar

KLM

13 Nov

EDI09:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

34h 45m

1 stop

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

17 Nov

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 11m

1 stop

EDI23:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

£580

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/11

09:50-10:00

1 stop22h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

12:30-10:00

1 stop23h 30m

£502

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/11

07:00-10:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

12:30-09:40

2 stops23h 10m

£552

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

19:00-07:10

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

19:00-18:00

1 stop24h 00m

£563

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 23/9

06:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

£577

GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 23/9

06:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

£578

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/11

11:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

19:10-10:00

1 stop16h 50m

£590

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/11

11:40-06:45

1 stop17h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/12

08:50-21:35

1 stop14h 45m

£614

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/11

06:00-06:45

1 stop22h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/12

08:50-21:35

1 stop14h 45m

£621

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/9

16:50-11:50

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/9

16:35-15:50

1 stop24h 15m

£646

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

19:00-07:10

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

14:15-18:00

2 stops28h 45m

£673

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

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 £609. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of May, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £623.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to South Africa. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £658. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Scotland to South Africa for around £755.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to South Africa is in the morning. Flights from Scotland to South Africa during this time can be as low as £656. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around £814.

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 £727 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 £650 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to South Africa flight.

Cheap Scotland to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Scotland to South Africa

Best price found	£407
Fastest flight time	13h 50m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Scotland in the past 72 hours is £407. The best return flight deal from Scotland to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £502.

The fastest flight from Scotland to South Africa takes 13h 50m

There are no direct flights from Scotland to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport, Glasgow Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport and Glasgow Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

Search flight deals

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 9 operators available for flights from Scotland to South Africa as of August 2025.
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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Scotland to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom £454	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom £457	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £488	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £526	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £530	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £571	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £583	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 274 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £597	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,300 reviews	Search Emirates flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Scotland to South Africa?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from Scotland to South Africa . Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.

Can I find flights from Scotland to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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

How can momondo help me find flights from Scotland to South Africa?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to South Africa from Scotland. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Scotland to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to South Africa from Scotland are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.

An easier way to manage your South Africa trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Wed 6/8

Wed 13/8

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to South Africa

Popular Cities in South Africa

Flights to Johannesburgfrom £407

Flights to Cape Townfrom £333

Flights to Durbanfrom £511

Flights to Port Elizabethfrom £517

Flights to Georgefrom £617

Flights to East Londonfrom £663

Flights to Hoedspruitfrom £671

Flights to Pietermaritzburgfrom £707

Flights to Bloemfonteinfrom £663

Cheap flights from Scotland to South Africa from £407

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Scotland to South Africa departing on 26/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Find the cheapest flights from Scotland to South Africa

Cheap return flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last-minute flights

British Airways flights from Scotland to South Africa

Our best British Airways deals on Scotland to South Africa flight tickets

KLM flights from Scotland to South Africa

Our best KLM deals on Scotland to South Africa flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Scotland to South Africa that are best for you.

See travel insights to South Africa from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to South Africa. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £658. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Scotland to South Africa for around £755.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to South Africa is in the morning. Flights from Scotland to South Africa during this time can be as low as £656. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around £814.

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

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to South Africa flight.

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

SWISS, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How long is the flight from Scotland to South Africa?

Cheap Scotland to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Scotland to South Africa

Best price found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Airports in South Africa

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

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Scotland to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Scotland to South Africa with momondo

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Scotland to South Africa?

Can I find flights from Scotland to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Scotland to South Africa?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Scotland to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your South Africa trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to South Africa

Popular Cities in South Africa

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo