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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town from R14 508

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CPT
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cape Town Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 508

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R18 932
Air France
  • Air France
  • 3/5-13/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to Cape Town
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sat 3/56:00EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/523:15CPT - EDI
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R14 508
Mon 3/35:45EDI - CPT
1 stop13h 45mKLM
Mon 17/32:30CPT - EDI
2 stops22h 40mKLM
Deal found 20/2R14 527
Mon 3/313:25EDI - CPT
2 stops30h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 18/323:00CPT - EDI
2 stops26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R16 020
Sat 3/56:00EDI - CPT
2 stops38h 25mAir France
Tue 13/523:15CPT - EDI
2 stops23h 00mAir France
Deal found 20/2R17 458
Wed 20/816:50EDI - CPT
1 stop18h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/916:35CPT - EDI
1 stop24h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R18 324
Wed 20/87:40EDI - CPT
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 4/913:00CPT - EDI
1 stop25h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R18 693
Mon 24/220:40EDI - CPT
1 stop37h 00mEmirates
Thu 13/313:40CPT - EDI
1 stop31h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/2R18 969
Tue 1/717:55EDI - CPT
2 stops21h 50mLufthansa
Tue 29/718:05CPT - EDI
1 stop29h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2R25 256
Tue 1/715:30EDI - CPT
2 stops20h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 29/714:00CPT - EDI
2 stops20h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2R25 975
Sat 22/27:40EDI - CPT
2 stops22h 00mSWISS
Thu 27/214:40CPT - EDI
2 stops30h 30mSWISS
Deal found 20/2R40 593

Find flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town within your budget

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Fly from

Edinburgh

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/5

6:00-21:25

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

23:15-21:15

2 stops23h 00m

R14 508

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/3

5:45-21:30

1 stop13h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

2:30-23:10

2 stops22h 40m

R14 527

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/3

13:25-21:40

2 stops30h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/3

23:00-23:10

2 stops26h 10m

R16 020

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/5

6:00-21:25

2 stops38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

23:15-21:15

2 stops23h 00m

R17 458

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/8

16:50-11:50

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/9

16:35-15:50

1 stop24h 15m

R18 324

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/8

7:40-10:50

2 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/9

13:00-13:40

1 stop25h 40m

R18 693

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/7

17:55-16:45

2 stops21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

18:05-22:45

1 stop29h 40m

R25 256

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/7

15:30-12:40

2 stops20h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

14:00-9:20

2 stops20h 20m

R25 975

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/7

8:40-16:45

2 stops31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/7

11:05-18:10

2 stops32h 05m

R72 983

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/2

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 43 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 330 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 330 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 330 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 568 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 330 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 330 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 448 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 330 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 825 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 330 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 R14 527. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from R16 020, and Air France, from R17 458. KLM is priced at 27% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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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LufthansaCheapestR13 997AverageR22 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR14 969AverageR21 478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 493AverageR19 080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 431AverageR23 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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