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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh from R5 954

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — EDI
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in November or February, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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

R12 314

One-way from

R5 954

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 471
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 17/3-24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Edinburgh
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R10 341 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 462 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 17/318:30CPT - EDI
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/37:40EDI - CPT
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R12 314
Mon 17/318:10CPT - EDI
2 stops20h 30mKLM
Mon 24/35:45EDI - CPT
2 stops24h 45mKLM
Deal found 20/2R14 379
Sun 2/1112:35CPT - EDI
1 stop19h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 27/1114:05EDI - CPT
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R14 398
Mon 17/314:30CPT - EDI
3 stops34h 40mKenya Airways
Mon 24/313:25EDI - CPT
2 stops30h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R16 407

Find flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

18:30-11:55

1 stop19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/3

7:40-10:55

1 stop25h 15m

R12 314

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

18:10-12:40

2 stops20h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/3

5:45-8:30

2 stops24h 45m

R14 379

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

14:30-23:10

3 stops34h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/3

13:25-21:40

2 stops30h 15m

R16 407

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/7

13:00-13:40

1 stop25h 40m

R5 954

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/7

14:30-8:25

3 stops42h 55m

R9 125

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/7

14:30-8:25

3 stops42h 55m

R10 176

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Deals found on 20/2

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh is 47 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh (average of R649). Flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of R918). 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 CPT to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Edinburgh. 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.

When flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
1 331 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
1 331 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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.

Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
263 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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 Cape Town to Edinburgh. 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 Cape Town to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at R14 379. Another option worth looking into is Kenya Airways, starting at R16 407 round trip. KLM is 12% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh is Doha.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Edinburgh flights?

    Cape Town to Edinburgh flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Amsterdam.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh (average of R649). Flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of R918). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR8 557AverageR12 822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 237AverageR14 364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 758AverageR16 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 978AverageR18 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 239AverageR15 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 281AverageR17 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 135AverageR19 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 211AverageR17 050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 550AverageR18 004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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