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

British Airways, Lufthansa, 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 45m on average. If you fly from Glasgow (another popular airport in Scotland) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 14h 20m.

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 38% 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 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.

£285 Cheap Flights from Scotland to South Africa in 2026

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19:30 - 22:10

INV

CPT

25h 40m

1 stop

00:10 - 16:10

CPT

INV

17h 00m

1 stop

£513Multiple Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

19:30 - 22:10

EDI

CPT

25h 40m

1 stop

00:10 - 10:55

CPT

EDI

35h 45m

1 stop

£516Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

06:20 - 21:20

INV

JNB

14h 00m

1 stop

23:15 - 22:30

JNB

INV

24h 15m

1 stop

£531KLM

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

06:35 - 21:20

INV

JNB

13h 45m

1 stop

23:15 - 22:30

JNB

INV

24h 15m

1 stop

£534KLM

Fri, 28 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

12:45 - 10:25

INV

JNB

19h 40m

1 stop

19:35 - 11:05

JNB

INV

17h 30m

1 stop

£560British Airways

Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 16 Jan

16:20 - 22:25

EDI

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

18:50 - 09:40

JNB

EDI

16h 50m

1 stop

£626Turkish Airlines

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

17:00 - 10:30

EDI

JNB

16h 30m

1 stop

13:30 - 16:00

JNB

EDI

27h 30m

2 stops

£626Turkish Airlines

Thu, 3 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

12:45 - 08:35

EDI

JNB

18h 50m

1 stop

08:45 - 16:25

JNB

EDI

32h 40m

1 stop

£639Lufthansa

Tue, 1 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

06:10 - 08:35

EDI

JNB

25h 25m

1 stop

08:45 - 16:25

JNB

EDI

32h 40m

1 stop

£649Lufthansa

Thu, 3 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

15:20 - 10:25

GLA

JNB

17h 05m

1 stop

19:35 - 07:50

JNB

GLA

14h 15m

1 stop

£658British Airways

Tue, 24 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

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KLM flights from Scotland to South Africa

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KLM

10 Sept

INV06:20Inverness

14h 00m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

17 Sept

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

INV22:30Inverness

£531

KLM

28 Aug

INV13:20Inverness

31h 00m

1 stop

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

6 Sept

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

INV22:30Inverness

£534

KLM

15 Jan

INV13:15Inverness

30h 45m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

10 Feb

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 46m

1 stop

INV12:45Inverness

£542

Turkish Airlines flights from Scotland to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

3 Sept

EDI17:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

23 Sept

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 30m

2 stops

EDI16:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£626

Turkish Airlines

24 Sept

EDI10:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

21h 55m

2 stops

JNB09:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

28 Sept

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 30m

2 stops

EDI16:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£626

Turkish Airlines

10 Dec

EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 20m

2 stops

JNB09:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

20 Dec

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 50m

2 stops

EDI15:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£629

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Inverness

Tue 22/9

19:30-22:10

1 stop25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

00:10-16:10

1 stop17h 00m

£513

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

19:30-22:10

1 stop25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

00:10-10:55

1 stop35h 45m

£516

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Thu 10/9

06:20-21:20

1 stop14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

23:15-22:30

1 stop24h 15m

£531

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Fri 28/8

06:35-21:20

1 stop13h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-22:30

1 stop24h 15m

£534

InvernessJohannesburg

INV - JNB

INVJNB

Inverness

Tue 1/12

12:45-10:25

1 stop19h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/1

19:35-11:05

1 stop17h 30m

£560

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/12

16:20-22:25

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

18:50-09:40

1 stop16h 50m

£626

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

17:00-10:30

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

13:30-16:00

2 stops27h 30m

£626

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

12:45-08:35

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

08:45-16:25

1 stop32h 40m

£639

EdinburghJohannesburg

EDI - JNB

EDIJNB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

06:10-08:35

1 stop25h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

08:45-16:25

1 stop32h 40m

£649

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GlasgowJohannesburg

GLA - JNB

GLAJNB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 24/11

15:20-10:25

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

19:35-07:50

1 stop14h 15m

£658

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, November 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 £690. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of November, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £701.

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 £730 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 £641 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	13h 45m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Scotland to South Africa

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 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 £366	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom £385	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,552 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £406	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,461 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £470	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,136 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £490	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 315 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £523	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,172 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom £556	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,632 reviews	Search Air France flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £638	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,638 reviews	Search Emirates flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £651	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,021 reviews	Search SWISS 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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