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Cheap flights from Scotland to Cape Town from £342

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 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CPT
23 Jun — 30 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Scotland to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from Scotland to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scotland to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 May 2026.

Wed 16/906:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/5£676
Mon 30/1108:30
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/1223:15
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£706
Fri 29/513:15
INV
-
CPT
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Mon 15/623:15
CPT
-
INV
1 stop14h 30m
KLM
Deal found 21/5£720
Sat 30/511:10
INV
-
CPT
1 stop33h 15m
KLM
Thu 11/623:15
CPT
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Deal found 21/5£732
Thu 28/507:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/619:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5£734
Mon 1/606:25
INV
-
CPT
1 stop14h 00m
KLM
Sun 14/623:15
CPT
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Deal found 21/5£738
Thu 5/1114:05
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/1118:55
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5£743
Wed 27/506:25
INV
-
CPT
1 stop14h 00m
KLM
Thu 11/623:15
CPT
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Deal found 21/5£744
Fri 29/513:15
INV
-
CPT
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Sun 14/623:15
CPT
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Deal found 21/5£750
Thu 28/506:25
INV
-
CPT
1 stop14h 00m
KLM
Wed 10/623:15
CPT
-
INV
1 stop24h 15m
KLM
Deal found 21/5£753
Thu 5/1115:55
GLA
-
CPT
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/1218:30
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£757
Wed 2/915:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 19/913:15
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/5£759

Find flight deals from Scotland to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Scotland to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 24 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£676

One-way from

£342

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£680
16/9-5/10
  • 16/9-5/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • Scotland to Cape Town
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17/11
  • 17/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 10m total
  • Scotland to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Scotland 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 24 May 2026.
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EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

06:00-22:10

1 stop15h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

00:10-17:30

1 stop18h 20m

£676

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 30/8

06:00-21:25

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£787

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/11

14:05-10:30

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/11

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

£788

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 18/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/6

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

£789

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 30/8

06:00-06:00

2 stops47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

14:25-19:35

3 stops30h 10m

£832

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/6

17:05-21:25

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

23:15-22:10

1 stop23h 55m

£870

InvernessCape Town

INV - CPT

INVCPT

Inverness

Thu 4/6

07:20-11:00

1 stop26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

18:50-09:35

1 stop15h 45m

£895

InvernessCape Town

INV - CPT

INVCPT

Inverness

Wed 3/6

07:35-11:00

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

18:50-09:35

1 stop15h 45m

£895

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 30/8

08:35-10:15

2 stops24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:15-09:50

2 stops21h 35m

£904

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 18/6

11:20-11:50

2 stops23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/6

16:35-23:05

2 stops31h 30m

£907

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Cape Town (average of £345). Flying from Scotland to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £642). 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?

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 34 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Scotland 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Scotland?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Scotland, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town.

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

    A quick flight from Scotland to Cape Town can take about 14h 25m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £787. The distance between Scotland and Cape Town is about 6350 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Scotland to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Scotland to Cape Town are Lufthansa (£429), Turkish Airlines (£505), and KLM (£579).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Scotland to Cape Town are Edinburgh Turnhouse - Cape Town Intl, Glasgow Intl - Cape Town Intl and 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Cape Town (average of £345). Flying from Scotland to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £642). 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 Scotland to Cape Town

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Scotland 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 24 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£572Average£615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£576Average£793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£594Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£611Average£1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£611Average£826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£640Average£814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£661Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£713Average£919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£752Average£839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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