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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town from R6 615

EDI — CPT
Oct 2 — Oct 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Thu 17/921:25 -
1 stop23h 45m
Wed 30/90:10 -
1 stop21h 50m
Deal found 29/8R11 036
Thu 8/1014:40 -
1 stop30h 30m
Mon 12/100:10 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 31/8R12 182
Wed 16/96:00 -
1 stop15h 10m
Fri 18/90:10 -
1 stop34h 05m
Deal found 2/9R12 504
Thu 17/98:30 -
1 stop36h 40m
Sun 27/90:10 -
1 stop34h 45m
Deal found 1/9R13 021
Mon 7/910:30 -
2 stops22h 45m
Sun 20/90:10 -
2 stops33h 40m
Deal found 31/8R13 230

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Round-trip from

R11 036

One-way from

R6 615

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R16 861
17/9-30/9
  • 17/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to Cape Town
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2/12
  • 2/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R20 773 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 801 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 10/1

19:10-7:25

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

14:15-11:55

2 stops23h 40m

R17 538

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/1

6:45-14:35

2 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/1

19:10-23:20

1 stop30h 10m

R17 764

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

9:30-6:25

2 stops18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/11

0:30-22:15

2 stops23h 45m

R17 796
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 18/11

14:05-10:30

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

18:55-8:05

1 stop15h 10m

R17 909

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 12/1

5:40-22:05

2 stops38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/1

14:25-23:05

3 stops34h 40m

R18 022

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/10

10:45-11:50

1 stop24h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

17:20-9:40

1 stop18h 20m

R18 345

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/10

17:00-11:50

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

17:20-15:20

1 stop24h 00m

R18 555

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/11

10:40-12:05

1 stop23h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

17:20-15:20

1 stop24h 00m

R18 571

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 18/10

7:55-10:15

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

R18 958

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 25/12

7:25-10:20

1 stop24h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/1

20:40-10:05

1 stop15h 25m

R19 135

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Edinburgh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town (average of R16 231). Flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Edinburgh to Cape Town flights typically cost between R15 796 and R19 184 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R11 036 on Multiple Airlines (Sept 17–Sept 30).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM and British Airways from Edinburgh to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 570 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 570 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 570 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 196 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful

Related info for your journey

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town round-trip from R15 538. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is British Airways. KLM is priced at 16% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town (average of R16 231). Flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Travelling to a place near Cape Town?

Book flights to Cape Town if you plan to visit one of these locations
Stellenbosch
Paarl
Gordon's Bay
Somerset West
Franschhoek
Hermanus
Simon's Town
Wellington
Porterville
Atlantis

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Top 2 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR15 538AverageR17 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR20 668AverageR26 681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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