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 Edinburgh (a popular airport in Scotland) to Sydney (the most popular airport in Australia), then the flight time is 23h 50m on average. If you fly from Glasgow (another popular airport in Scotland) to Sydney, then the average flight time is 26h 45m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to Australia?

Turkish Airlines, China Southern, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to Australia

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 2 as of July 2026.

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.

$703 Cheap Flights from Scotland to Australia in 2026

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06:15 - 10:00

EDI

SYD

40h 45m

2 stops

12:00 - 20:25

SYD

EDI

43h 25m

2 stops

$1,522Multiple Airlines

Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 31 Jan

06:00 - 12:40

EDI

MEL

45h 40m

2 stops

11:00 - 10:10

MEL

EDI

32h 10m

2 stops

$1,538Multiple Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 5 May

16:55 - 05:50

EDI

BNE

51h 55m

3 stops

07:15 - 15:55

BNE

EDI

41h 40m

3 stops

$1,666Turkish Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

16:55 - 05:50

EDI

BNE

51h 55m

3 stops

07:15 - 15:55

BNE

EDI

41h 40m

3 stops

$1,667Turkish Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

17:10 - 10:20

EDI

SYD

32h 10m

2 stops

15:35 - 16:25

SYD

EDI

34h 50m

2 stops

$1,702Lufthansa

Wed, 16 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

07:05 - 08:10

GLA

SYD

38h 05m

2 stops

10:30 - 07:50

SYD

GLA

56h 20m

2 stops

$1,761British Airways

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

17:10 - 10:20

EDI

SYD

32h 10m

2 stops

15:35 - 16:25

SYD

EDI

34h 50m

2 stops

$1,858Lufthansa

Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct

22:00 - 05:30

EDI

MEL

22h 30m

1 stop

22:55 - 20:05

MEL

EDI

30h 10m

1 stop

$1,868Qantas Airways

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

15:35 - 15:55

GLA

MEL

38h 20m

2 stops

20:15 - 22:20

MEL

GLA

37h 05m

2 stops

$1,896British Airways

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

20:55 - 20:50

EDI

ADL

37h 25m

1 stop

22:40 - 19:05

ADL

EDI

30h 55m

1 stop

$1,962Qantas Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

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British Airways flights from Scotland to Australia

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British Airways

25 Nov

EDI08:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

37h 40m

2 stops

SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

2 Feb

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 35m

2 stops

EDI07:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,805

British Airways

19 Oct

GLA15:35Glasgow Intl

38h 20m

2 stops

MEL15:55Melbourne

23 Nov

MEL20:15Melbourne

37h 05m

2 stops

GLA22:20Glasgow Intl

$1,896

British Airways

19 Oct

GLA10:45Glasgow Intl

43h 10m

2 stops

MEL15:55Melbourne

23 Nov

MEL20:15Melbourne

36h 10m

2 stops

GLA21:25Glasgow Intl

$1,899

Qatar Airways flights from Scotland to Australia

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Scotland to Australia flight tickets

Qatar Airways

1 Sept

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 45m

2 stops

MEL19:40Melbourne

22 Sept

MEL22:45Melbourne

23h 55m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,968

Qatar Airways

1 Sept

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

29h 05m

2 stops

MEL22:00Melbourne

22 Sept

MEL16:10Melbourne

23h 15m

1 stop

EDI06:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,971

Qatar Airways

1 Sept

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 55m

1 stop

MEL16:50Melbourne

22 Sept

MEL22:45Melbourne

23h 55m

1 stop

EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,983

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EdinburghSydney

EDI - SYD

EDISYD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/11

06:15-10:00

2 stops40h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 31/1

12:00-20:25

2 stops43h 25m

$1,522

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

06:00-12:40

2 stops45h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 5/5

11:00-10:10

2 stops32h 10m

$1,538

EdinburghBrisbane

EDI - BNE

EDIBNE

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

16:55-05:50

3 stops51h 55m

Brisbane

Tue 6/10

07:15-15:55

3 stops41h 40m

$1,666

EdinburghBrisbane

EDI - BNE

EDIBNE

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

16:55-05:50

3 stops51h 55m

Brisbane

Tue 6/10

07:15-15:55

3 stops41h 40m

$1,667

EdinburghSydney

EDI - SYD

EDISYD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

17:10-10:20

2 stops32h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/10

15:35-16:25

2 stops34h 50m

$1,702

GlasgowSydney

GLA - SYD

GLASYD

Glasgow Intl

Sun 1/11

07:05-08:10

2 stops38h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/11

10:30-07:50

2 stops56h 20m

$1,761

EdinburghSydney

EDI - SYD

EDISYD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

17:10-10:20

2 stops32h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

15:35-16:25

2 stops34h 50m

$1,858

Fastest return journey

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

22:00-05:30

1 stop22h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

22:55-20:05

1 stop30h 10m

$1,868

GlasgowMelbourne

GLA - MEL

GLAMEL

Glasgow Intl

Mon 19/10

15:35-15:55

2 stops38h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

20:15-22:20

2 stops37h 05m

$1,896

EdinburghAdelaide

EDI - ADL

EDIADL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/11

20:55-20:50

1 stop37h 25m

Adelaide

Tue 17/11

22:40-19:05

1 stop30h 55m

$1,962

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland to Australia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, August 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 $1,254. If you don’t want to visit Australia in August, then you should wait until July to fly from Scotland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,307.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Scotland 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 $2,359 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 $2,093 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to Australia flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 45m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to Australia takes 20h 45m

There are no direct flights from Scotland to Australia. There are no popular flight routes from Scotland to Australia.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Scotland to Australia

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 2 as of July 2026.
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 $1,623	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,743 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $2,437	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,612 reviews		Search Emirates flights

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