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Cheap flights from Scotland to Cape Town from £361

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CPT
18 May — 25 May1
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 18 April 2026.

Mon 18/505:40
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/513:15
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£583
Wed 13/516:05
GLA
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/518:25
CPT
-
GLA
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£602
Thu 17/921:15
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£638
Fri 18/906:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£640
Fri 22/521:15
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/518:25
CPT
-
EDI
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£649
Fri 18/906:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£661
Fri 18/906:00
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£667
Mon 4/515:35
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/519:30
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4£678
Sat 19/909:10
EDI
-
CPT
1 stop36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/1000:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£686
Mon 16/1106:10
ABZ
-
CPT
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/1100:15
CPT
-
ABZ
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£706
Tue 3/1106:10
ABZ
-
CPT
1 stop37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1123:15
CPT
-
ABZ
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£709
Mon 16/1106:10
ABZ
-
CPT
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/1101:10
CPT
-
ABZ
1 stop37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£711

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 18 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£583

One-way from

£361

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£797
18/5-31/5
  • 18/5-31/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • Scotland to Cape Town
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21/5
  • 21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Scotland to Cape Town
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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 18 April 2026.
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EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/5

07:35-12:55

2 stops28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:15-21:25

2 stops33h 10m

£717

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

15:35-12:55

1 stop20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

£720

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 13/6

09:25-12:55

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

13:15-13:40

1 stop25h 25m

£751

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

07:55-12:55

1 stop28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

£752

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/5

15:35-12:55

1 stop20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

£772

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 23/8

15:10-10:15

1 stop18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

13:15-06:25

1 stop18h 10m

£777

AberdeenCape Town

ABZ - CPT

ABZCPT

Aberdeen Dyce

Thu 28/5

09:20-12:55

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

13:15-20:40

2 stops32h 25m

£781

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 16/5

07:55-13:10

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

19:30-15:05

1 stop20h 35m

£832

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 2/6

14:40-19:55

2 stops52h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

18:25-12:40

1 stop19h 15m

£840

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 26/5

19:30-12:55

2 stops40h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

19:30-22:25

2 stops27h 55m

£850

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Cape Town (average of £334). Flying from Scotland to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £638). 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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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 18h 10m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £932. The distance between Scotland and Cape Town is about 6455 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 (£426), Turkish Airlines (£501), and KLM (£575).

  • 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 Aberdeen Dyce - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scotland to Cape Town (average of £334). Flying from Scotland to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £638). 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 18 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£567Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£572Average£782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£604Average£708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£607Average£797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£607Average£841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£627Average£1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£657Average£721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£708Average£908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£751Average£837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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