How long is the flight from Scotland to Australia?

The flight from Scotland to Australia 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 Sydney (the most popular airport in Australia), then the flight time is 27h 20m on average. If you fly from Edinburgh (another popular airport in Scotland) to Sydney, then the average flight time is 28h.

Which airlines fly to Australia?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Scotland according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Australia 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 Australia?

Prices for flights from Scotland to Australia are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to Australia is 4 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Australia?

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 Scotland to Australia.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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15:25 - 08:15GLA-BNE

30h 50m2 stops

10:10 - 07:50BNE-GLA

55h 40m2 stops

$1,370Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

12:45 - 08:15GLA-BNE

33h 30m2 stops

23:00 - 09:30BNE-GLA

44h 30m2 stops

$1,425Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

16:20 - 08:10EDI-ADL

29h 20m2 stops

11:00 - 15:20ADL-EDI

38h 50m2 stops

$1,455Turkish Airlines

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Sun, 8 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

11:00 - 08:10EDI-ADL

34h 40m2 stops

11:00 - 15:20ADL-EDI

38h 50m2 stops

$1,693Turkish Airlines

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Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

12:30 - 09:05EDI-SYD

33h 35m2 stops

11:50 - 07:55SYD-EDI

31h 05m2 stops

$1,832Lufthansa

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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

11:30 - 07:30EDI-BNE

58h 00m2 stops

11:40 - 07:55BNE-EDI

30h 15m2 stops

$1,846Lufthansa

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov

07:30 - 23:05EDI-MEL

28h 35m1 stop

16:10 - 12:35MEL-EDI

31h 25m1 stop

$1,856Qatar Airways

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Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

14:05 - 23:05EDI-MEL

22h 00m1 stop

23:40 - 12:35MEL-EDI

23h 55m1 stop

$1,858Qatar Airways

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Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 19 Mar

09:25 - 10:00EDI-MEL

37h 35m2 stops

11:30 - 07:55MEL-EDI

31h 25m2 stops

$1,879United Airlines

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Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 16 Feb

12:30 - 10:00EDI-MEL

34h 30m2 stops

11:30 - 10:30MEL-EDI

34h 00m2 stops

$1,882United Airlines

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Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov

British Airways flights from Scotland to Australia

Our best British Airways deals on Scotland to Australia flight tickets

British Airways

11 Nov

EDI17:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 00m

2 stops

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

22 Nov

SYD16:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 50m

2 stops

EDI09:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,994

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British Airways

6 Mar

EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 05m

1 stop

ADL17:05Adelaide

2 May

ADL09:50Adelaide

34h 45m

2 stops

EDI12:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

$2,020

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British Airways

24 Nov

EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 20m

1 stop

SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

15 Jan

SYD16:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 30m

2 stops

EDI12:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

$2,026

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United Airlines flights from Scotland to Australia

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United Airlines

26 Jan

EDI09:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

37h 35m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

16 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

31h 25m

2 stops

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,879

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United Airlines

14 Nov

EDI12:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

34h 30m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

23 Nov

MEL11:30Melbourne

34h 00m

2 stops

EDI10:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,882

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United Airlines

27 Jan

EDI09:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

37h 05m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

1 Apr

MEL11:55Melbourne

56h 40m

2 stops

EDI10:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,883

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Depart

Return

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GlasgowBrisbane

GLA - BNE

GLABNE

Glasgow Intl

Wed 29/10

15:25-08:15

2 stops30h 50m

Brisbane

Wed 5/11

10:10-07:50

2 stops55h 40m

$1,370

GlasgowBrisbane

GLA - BNE

GLABNE

Glasgow Intl

Wed 12/11

12:45-08:15

2 stops33h 30m

Brisbane

Wed 26/11

23:00-09:30

2 stops44h 30m

$1,425

EdinburghAdelaide

EDI - ADL

EDIADL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

16:20-08:10

2 stops29h 20m

Adelaide

Sun 22/3

11:00-15:20

2 stops38h 50m

$1,455

EdinburghAdelaide

EDI - ADL

EDIADL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/3

11:00-08:10

2 stops34h 40m

Adelaide

Sun 15/3

11:00-15:20

2 stops38h 50m

$1,693

EdinburghSydney

EDI - SYD

EDISYD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 19/11

12:30-09:05

2 stops33h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

11:50-07:55

2 stops31h 05m

$1,832

EdinburghBrisbane

EDI - BNE

EDIBNE

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/11

11:30-07:30

2 stops58h 00m

Brisbane

Sat 15/11

11:40-07:55

2 stops30h 15m

$1,846

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

07:30-23:05

1 stop28h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

16:10-12:35

1 stop31h 25m

$1,856

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/2

14:05-23:05

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

23:40-12:35

1 stop23h 55m

$1,858

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 26/1

09:25-10:00

2 stops37h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

11:30-07:55

2 stops31h 25m

$1,879

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/11

12:30-10:00

2 stops34h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 23/11

11:30-10:30

2 stops34h 00m

$1,882

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Scotland to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,997. If you don’t want to visit Australia in May, then you should wait until March to fly from Scotland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $2,042.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Australia?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Australia from Scotland is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $2,271. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Scotland to Australia on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $3,029. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Australia is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Scotland to Australia in the morning for as low as $2,329. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Australia are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $3,037. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Australia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $2,352 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Scotland for as low as $2,009 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to Australia flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Australia?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Australia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Australia?
The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to Australia is 4 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Australia?
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 Scotland to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to Australia

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,879	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $2,058	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 907 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $2,098	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,336 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $2,208	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,363 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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