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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh from £329

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 22/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — EDI
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 24 February 2026.

Tue 9/616:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 20/610:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2£592
Wed 4/307:55
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop15h 40m
Air France
Thu 19/306:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop21h 50m
Air France
Deal found 24/2£604
Mon 8/616:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 22/610:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2£624
Wed 11/318:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop26h 35m
Emirates
Sun 15/320:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop17h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 20/2£630
Tue 9/622:25
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop34h 40m
SWISS
Fri 19/617:25
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops20h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 23/2£634
Mon 8/616:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 17/610:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2£639
Wed 4/318:05
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/311:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£644
Mon 8/616:35
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 20/610:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2£650

Find 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 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£592

One-way from

£329

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£617
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 9/6-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Edinburgh
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22/3
  • 22/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 24 February 2026.
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Price

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

16:35-09:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

£624

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

18:30-19:05

1 stop26h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

20:55-16:45

1 stop17h 50m

£630

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

16:35-09:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 18/6

16:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

£639

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 17/6

16:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

£639

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 22/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

£650

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

16:35-09:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

£650

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 18/6

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

£651

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/4

21:55-11:30

1 stop36h 35m

£654

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

18:50-09:00

1 stop15h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 20/6

18:25-11:00

1 stop15h 35m

£662

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

00:30-21:15

3 stops46h 45m

£329

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh

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

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 20 February 2026.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh (average of £460). Flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £595). 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.

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 24 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, andBritish Airways from Cape Town to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,742 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,742 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,742 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,234 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,742 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,762 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,742 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.

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.

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

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh can take about 18h 05m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £624. The distance from Cape Town to Edinburgh is about 6342 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh round-trip from £566. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from £582, and British Airways, from £618. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 13% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh (average of £460). Flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £595). 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£566Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£582Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£618Average£737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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