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Cheap flights from Scotland to Cape Town from R6 198

EDI — CPT
Sep 26 — Oct 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Scotland to Cape Town

Thu 22/1019:00 -
1 stop26h 10m
Thu 12/1111:30 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 23/8R12 013
Tue 8/96:15 -
3 stops30h 10m
Sun 13/90:10 -
2 stops33h 40m
Deal found 25/8R12 045
Thu 8/106:10 -
1 stop15h 00m
Wed 14/100:10 -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 24/8R12 109
Tue 13/106:15 -
3 stops30h 10m
Mon 19/100:10 -
2 stops22h 25m
Deal found 24/8R12 189
Thu 8/106:05 -
1 stop15h 05m
Wed 14/100:10 -
1 stop15h 50m
Deal found 24/8R12 269
Sat 3/1014:40 -
1 stop30h 30m
Mon 5/100:10 -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 24/8R12 412
Tue 6/1021:45 -
1 stop23h 25m
Mon 19/100:10 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 25/8R12 428
Sat 26/97:05 -
2 stops38h 05m
Fri 2/100:10 -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 27/8R12 556
Tue 6/1014:25 -
1 stop30h 45m
Thu 22/100:10 -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 23/8R12 700
Sun 11/1021:15 -
1 stop23h 55m
Sat 17/100:10 -
1 stop32h 30m
Deal found 27/8R13 259
Mon 23/1120:20 -
2 stops33h 15m
Thu 3/1211:30 -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 26/8R13 291
Thu 8/1015:00 -
2 stops25h 30m
Thu 15/100:10 -
2 stops32h 40m
Deal found 24/8R13 323

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Round-trip from

R12 013

One-way from

R6 198

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 617
22/10-12/11
  • 22/10-12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • Scotland to Cape Town
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5/9
  • 5/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • Scotland to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R20 471 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 763 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AberdeenCape Town

ABZ Aberdeen Dyce - CPT Cape Town Intl

ABZCPT

Aberdeen Dyce

Thu 8/10

6:05-22:10

1 stop15h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

0:10-15:00

1 stop15h 50m

R12 269

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 3/10

14:40-22:10

1 stop30h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

0:10-9:45

1 stop34h 35m

R12 412

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 6/10

21:45-22:10

1 stop23h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/10

0:10-16:35

1 stop17h 25m

R12 428

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/10

5:50-22:10

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

0:10-20:30

1 stop21h 20m

R13 642

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/10

5:50-22:10

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/10

0:10-10:35

1 stop35h 25m

R13 866

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 10/10

14:00-17:30

2 stops26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/10

0:10-7:05

2 stops31h 55m

R14 058

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 18/1

8:15-21:00

1 stop34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/1

11:30-12:05

1 stop26h 35m

R15 240

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 18/1

6:10-7:40

2 stops23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/1

9:30-11:55

2 stops28h 25m

R15 655

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/11

12:40-7:40

2 stops17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/3

9:30-11:55

2 stops28h 25m

R15 815

EdinburghCape Town

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CPT Cape Town Intl

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 26/9

15:10-10:15

1 stop18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/10

18:50-9:55

1 stop16h 05m

R16 805

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Scotland to Cape Town

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Cape Town (average of R15 911). Flying from Scotland to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 617). 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 Scotland to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Scotland to Cape Town flights typically cost between R15 639 and R18 994 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 045 on Multiple Airlines (Sept 8–Sept 13).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Scotland to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Scotland?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Scotland to Cape Town. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Scotland to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from Scotland to Cape Town can take about 18h 15m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R16 981. The distance from Scotland to Cape Town is about 10388 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Scotland to Cape Town?

    The most popular route from Scotland to Cape Town is Edinburgh Turnhouse - Cape Town Intl. You may also consider Glasgow Intl - Cape Town Intl or Inverness - Cape Town Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scotland 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 Scotland to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Cape Town (average of R15 911). Flying from Scotland to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 617). 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
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Franschhoek
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Top 3 airlines flying from Scotland to Cape Town

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KLMCheapestR15 384AverageR16 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 526AverageR18 567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 901AverageR25 295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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