How long is the flight from South Africa to Scotland?

The flight from South Africa to Scotland depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to Edinburgh (the most popular airport in Scotland), then the flight time is 14h 15m on average. If you fly from Port Elizabeth (another popular airport in South Africa) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 22h 20m.

Which airlines fly to Scotland?

British Airways, Qatar Airways and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Scotland from South Africa according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Scotland. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Scotland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Scotland were last updated today.

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

As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Scotland.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Scotland.

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

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

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19:35 - 10:00

JNB

INV

16h 25m

1 stop

12:20 - 10:25

INV

JNB

20h 05m

1 stop

£579British Airways

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

19:35 - 10:55

JNB

INV

17h 20m

1 stop

20:05 - 10:25

INV

JNB

36h 20m

1 stop

£583British Airways

Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

17:55 - 15:55

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EDI

23h 00m

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10:40 - 09:40

EDI

JNB

22h 00m

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£596Turkish Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

14:05 - 13:40

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EDI

24h 35m

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15:10 - 09:10

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17h 00m

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£604Qatar Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

14:05 - 13:40

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24h 35m

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07:55 - 04:00

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19h 05m

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£607Qatar Airways

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

13:30 - 09:40

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46h 10m

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10:40 - 09:40

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21h 00m

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£608Turkish Airlines

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22:00 - 18:05

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£624Emirates

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13:15 - 23:30

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25h 20m

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16:35 - 23:30

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07:20 - 11:50

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25h 10m

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£650Emirates

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Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Kenya Airways

5 Dec

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 25m

2 stops

GLA20:25Glasgow Intl

7 Jan

GLA10:40Glasgow Intl

27h 10m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

£730

Kenya Airways

21 Nov

JNB01:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

2 stops

GLA20:25Glasgow Intl

14 Dec

GLA05:40Glasgow Intl

27h 15m

2 stops

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

£746

Kenya Airways

11 Dec

JNB12:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 50m

2 stops

ABZ18:55Aberdeen Dyce

2 Jan

ABZ11:00Aberdeen Dyce

21h 55m

2 stops

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

£753

Emirates flights from South Africa to Scotland

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Emirates

30 Aug

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

31h 50m

1 stop

EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

10 Sept

EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

19h 05m

1 stop

CPT18:05Cape Town Intl

£624

Emirates

7 Dec

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

7 Mar

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

£650

Emirates

3 Sept

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

24h 25m

1 stop

GLA12:40Glasgow Intl

17 Sept

GLA14:40Glasgow Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

CPT18:05Cape Town Intl

£651

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Sun 22/11

20:05-10:25

1 stop36h 20m

£583

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:05-13:40

1 stop24h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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£607

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JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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13:30-09:40

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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10:40-09:40

2 stops21h 00m

£608

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CPT - EDI

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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22:00-18:05

1 stop19h 05m

£624

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/7

13:15-23:30

2 stops35h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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07:55-10:15

2 stops25h 20m

£625

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

16:35-23:30

2 stops31h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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07:20-11:50

2 stops27h 30m

£644

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/12

13:40-11:35

1 stop23h 55m

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13:35-16:45

1 stop25h 10m

£650

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Scotland?

If you are unable to visit Scotland during the month of January, then departing from South Africa during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £409.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Scotland from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Scotland for around £633 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Scotland from South Africa for as low as £603 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Scotland flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 15m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Scotland takes 14h 15m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Scotland

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Scotland?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Scotland were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Scotland?
As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Scotland.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Scotland?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Scotland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Scotland?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Scotland 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 Scotland. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Scotland

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Lufthansa	PriceFrom £509	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,074 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom £517	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,530 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £527	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,054 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £563	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £593	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,592 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £603	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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