Latest deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh from £224

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh departing on 17/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Voted winner of Europe's Best Travel App 2023

Find the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 20:05
CPT
-
EDI
26h 40m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 11:30
EDI
-
CPT
36h 30m
1 stop
£639Emirates
Sat, 18 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 20:05
CPT
-
EDI
31h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 18:05
EDI
-
CPT
19h 05m
1 stop
£643Emirates
Thu, 6 Aug - Fri, 14 Aug
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 20:05
CPT
-
EDI
31h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 18:05
EDI
-
CPT
19h 05m
1 stop
£645Emirates
Thu, 6 Aug - Fri, 14 Aug
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:55
CPT
-
EDI
24h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:55 - 11:50
EDI
-
CPT
17h 55m
1 stop
£658Turkish Airlines
Sat, 8 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
KLM Logo
23:15 - 10:15
CPT
-
EDI
36h 00m
1 stop
KLM Logo
17:05 - 21:25
EDI
-
CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
£701KLM
Mon, 27 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
KLM Logo
23:15 - 10:15
CPT
-
EDI
36h 00m
1 stop
KLM Logo
17:05 - 21:25
EDI
-
CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
£701KLM
Mon, 27 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
KLM Logo
23:15 - 10:15
CPT
-
EDI
36h 00m
1 stop
KLM Logo
17:05 - 21:25
EDI
-
CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
£702KLM
Mon, 27 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 09:40
CPT
-
EDI
18h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 11:50
EDI
-
CPT
24h 10m
1 stop
£717Turkish Airlines
Wed, 26 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 23:20
CPT
-
EDI
29h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 11:30
EDI
-
CPT
28h 30m
2 stops
£722Multiple Airlines
Wed, 26 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:15 - 20:55
CPT
-
EDI
22h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:05 - 21:25
EDI
-
CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
£726Multiple Airlines
Mon, 27 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Emirates flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Our best Emirates deals on Cape Town to Edinburgh flight tickets
Emirates
18 Jul
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
26h 40m
1 stop
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
29 Jul
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
36h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
£639
Emirates
6 Aug
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
14 Aug
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 05m
1 stop
CPT18:05Cape Town Intl
£643
Emirates
6 Aug
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
14 Aug
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 05m
1 stop
CPT18:05Cape Town Intl
£645

Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Cape Town to Edinburgh flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
8 Aug
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
EDI15:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
15 Aug
EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
£658
Turkish Airlines
26 Aug
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
18h 05m
1 stop
EDI09:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
31 Aug
EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
£717
Turkish Airlines
18 Dec
CPT17:20Cape Town Intl
24h 00m
1 stop
EDI15:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
31 Dec
EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 25m
1 stop
CPT12:05Cape Town Intl
£868

momondo Fare Finder

 
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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 1 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/7

18:25-20:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 29/7

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

£639

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/8

22:00-18:05

1 stop19h 05m

£643

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

13:15-20:05

1 stop31h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/8

22:00-18:05

1 stop19h 05m

£645
Fastest return journey

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

16:35-15:55

1 stop24h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 15/8

16:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

£658

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

23:15-10:15

1 stop36h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/8

17:05-21:25

1 stop27h 20m

£701

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

23:15-10:15

1 stop36h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/8

17:05-21:25

1 stop27h 20m

£701

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

23:15-10:15

1 stop36h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/8

17:05-21:25

1 stop27h 20m

£702

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/8

16:35-09:40

1 stop18h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

£717

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/8

18:25-23:20

2 stops29h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

06:00-11:30

2 stops28h 30m

£722

Cape TownEdinburgh

CPT - EDI

CPTEDI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

23:15-20:55

2 stops22h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/8

17:05-21:25

1 stop27h 20m

£726

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Edinburgh from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Edinburgh?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh from Cape Town, with most prices found around £634. If you don’t want to visit Edinburgh in October, then you should wait until February to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £634.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Edinburgh from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Edinburgh for around £679 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Edinburgh from Cape Town for as low as £633 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Edinburgh flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Cape Town to Edinburgh flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
Estimated return price

Cheap Cape Town to Edinburgh (CPT to EDI) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Fastest flight time

25h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh takes 25h 05m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Edinburgh.
Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh

  • How far is Cape Town Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse by plane?

    The distance between Cape Town Intl and Edinburgh Turnhouse is about 6335.3 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 25h 05m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
British AirwaysPriceFrom £625Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,087 reviews
Search British Airways flights

Travelling to a place near Edinburgh?

Book flights to Edinburgh if you plan to visit one of these locations
Oban
Pitlochry
Perth
St. Andrews
Stirling
Fort William
Falkirk
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Dunfermline
Peebles
North Berwick
Crieff
Livingston
Glenrothes
Aberfeldy
Lanark
Moffat
Hamilton
Kinross
Kelso

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

Finding the right flight to Edinburgh from Cape Town is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Edinburgh quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Edinburgh from Cape Town which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Edinburgh and let you know when they change.

An easier way to manage your Edinburgh trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Fri 31/7
Fri 7/8
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to the United Kingdom