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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town from £301

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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CPT
2 Aug — 9 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from 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 3 July 2026.

Fri 2/1019:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6£540
Thu 8/1021:25
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6£552
Wed 30/918:35
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1111:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£556
Thu 1/1021:25
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1111:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£569
Tue 10/1117:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/1211:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£575
Fri 2/1019:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1111:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£583
Tue 29/919:30
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1111:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£584
Sat 3/1018:15
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1111:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£596
Mon 2/1122:35
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1111:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£596
Mon 7/921:40
EDI
-
CPT
3 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£599
Wed 25/1114:15
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/1223:00
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6£605

Find 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 3 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£540

One-way from

£301

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£953
2/10-16/10
  • 2/10-16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to Cape Town
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4/11
  • 4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£33 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 July 2026.
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EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 25/9

06:00-22:10

1 stop15h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

00:10-20:45

1 stop21h 35m

£644

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/11

06:00-16:45

3 stops32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/12

23:00-21:35

2 stops24h 35m

£716

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

07:20-21:00

1 stop35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

11:30-12:50

1 stop27h 20m

£727

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/8

19:25-17:30

2 stops21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

20:00-20:05

1 stop25h 05m

£728

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 23/8

11:10-21:25

1 stop33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

£755

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/8

23:55-09:30

2 stops32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

18:25-23:20

2 stops29h 55m

£764

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 23/8

13:10-21:10

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

23:15-20:55

2 stops22h 40m

£786

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/12

12:45-10:35

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/2

19:10-16:45

1 stop23h 35m

£851
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 11/12

05:40-22:40

1 stop15h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/12

07:55-23:10

2 stops17h 15m

£863

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/11

05:40-05:50

2 stops22h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/11

18:25-12:30

2 stops20h 05m

£872

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town (average of £703). Flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,020). 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?

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 3 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town, such as KLM,Air France, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,533 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.8
Good
1,533 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,533 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7.5
Good
1,618 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,533 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,439 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,533 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,742 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,533 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,093 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,533 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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.

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

    Departing from Edinburgh to Cape Town will take you 33h 15m. There are 6342 mi between Edinburgh and Cape Town.

  • 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 £576. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are KLM, from £605, and Lufthansa, from £616. You may be able to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town (average of £703). Flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,020). 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
Somerset West
Gordon's Bay
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Stellenbosch
Franschhoek
Hermanus
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Top 7 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£576Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£605Average£816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£616Average£834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£629Average£738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£645Average£831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£666Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£742Average£953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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