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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh from £584

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — EDI
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in November or January, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£584

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£703
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/8-27/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Edinburgh
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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 11 July 2025.

Tue 5/816:35CPT - EDI
1 stop18h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 27/816:50EDI - CPT
1 stop18h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7£584
Fri 25/723:15CPT - EDI
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Wed 27/806:10EDI - CPT
1 stop14h 15mKLM
Deal found 10/7£596
Mon 10/1108:50CPT - EDI
1 stop27h 50mAir France
Tue 18/1111:25EDI - CPT
2 stops27h 55mAir France
Deal found 10/7£633
Mon 10/1116:20CPT - EDI
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1111:25EDI - CPT
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7£645
Mon 10/1109:30CPT - EDI
2 stops28h 35mLufthansa
Tue 18/1112:45EDI - CPT
2 stops23h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 10/7£648
Mon 10/1114:25CPT - EDI
3 stops32h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 18/1113:25EDI - CPT
2 stops30h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/7£675
Wed 9/713:00CPT - EDI
2 stops23h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 19/707:55EDI - CPT
1 stop25h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/7£1,257
Sat 26/718:55CPT - EDI
1 stop25h 05mBritish Airways
Fri 1/815:30EDI - CPT
1 stop18h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/7£2,898
Sat 27/913:05CPT - EDI
1 stop32h 10mEmirates
Sun 5/1021:50EDI - CPT
2 stops39h 45mEmirates
Deal found 10/7£3,629

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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 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Edinburgh

Route

Depart

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Price

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/8

16:35-09:35

1 stop18h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/8

16:50-11:50

1 stop18h 00m

£584

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/7

23:15-12:35

1 stop14h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 27/8

06:10-21:25

1 stop14h 15m

£596

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

08:50-10:40

1 stop27h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

11:25-17:20

2 stops27h 55m

£633

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

16:20-16:05

2 stops25h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

11:25-17:20

2 stops27h 55m

£645

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

09:30-12:05

2 stops28h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

12:45-14:35

2 stops23h 50m

£648

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

14:25-20:55

3 stops32h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

13:25-22:05

2 stops30h 40m

£675

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/7

18:55-19:00

1 stop25h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/8

15:30-11:00

1 stop18h 30m

£2,898

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 27/9

13:05-20:15

1 stop32h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 5/10

21:50-14:35

2 stops39h 45m

£3,629

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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 27 June 2025.

Booking 78 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £102). 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 11 July 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 11 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andAir France 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,896 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
268 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 £584. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are KLM, from £596, and Air France, from £633. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 10% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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  • 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 £78). Flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £102). 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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