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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh from £566

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — EDI
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
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 7 May 2026.

Thu 18/613:15
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/615:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5£566
Thu 11/619:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/615:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5£566
Wed 27/519:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/615:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5£572
Mon 8/619:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/615:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5£579
Thu 21/522:25
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/517:50
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£602
Thu 7/519:40
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/915:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5£641
Thu 5/1101:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/1120:45
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5£650
Tue 26/519:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/607:55
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5£666
Thu 11/622:25
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop19h 10m
SWISS
Fri 19/617:25
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops20h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 5/5£669

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 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£566

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£649
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/6-25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Edinburgh
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Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/6

07:55-13:10

1 stop28h 15m

£666

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

19:30-15:15

1 stop20h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

15:10-18:00

2 stops25h 50m

£680

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:15-06:25

1 stop18h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

07:55-10:15

1 stop25h 20m

£687

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

14:15-14:45

2 stops25h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

17:50-12:40

2 stops17h 50m

£704
Fastest return journey

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/7

15:10-10:15

1 stop18h 05m

£716

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

15:10-10:15

1 stop18h 05m

£717

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

14:15-16:35

2 stops27h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 19/6

08:25-13:25

2 stops28h 00m

£723

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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?

Booking 61 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 £610). Flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £733). 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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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 7 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines and British 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.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,355 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,355 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,355 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,951 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,355 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.

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 20h 35m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £666. The distance from Cape Town to Edinburgh is about 6342 mi.

  • 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 £562. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is British Airways. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 14% 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 £610). Flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £733). 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 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Discover the top 2 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£562Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£614Average£739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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