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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town from £302

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town departing on 15/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Multiple Airlines Logo
09:10 - 22:10
EDI
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CPT
36h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:10 - 09:55
CPT
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EDI
34h 45m
1 stop
£494Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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09:10 - 22:10
EDI
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CPT
36h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:10 - 09:55
CPT
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EDI
34h 45m
1 stop
£495Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:00 - 11:50
EDI
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CPT
17h 50m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 09:45
CPT
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EDI
18h 10m
1 stop
£599Turkish Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep
Lufthansa Logo
12:45 - 10:35
EDI
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CPT
19h 50m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
19:10 - 12:00
CPT
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EDI
18h 50m
1 stop
£647Lufthansa
Mon, 18 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 07:40
EDI
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CPT
23h 35m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
19:10 - 12:00
CPT
-
EDI
18h 50m
1 stop
£660Lufthansa
Mon, 18 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 17:25
EDI
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CPT
25h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 12:35
CPT
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EDI
26h 00m
1 stop
£734Qatar Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 17:25
EDI
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CPT
25h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 12:35
CPT
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EDI
26h 00m
1 stop
£736Qatar Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
KLM Logo
09:20 - 05:50
EDI
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CPT
19h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 12:20
CPT
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EDI
14h 05m
1 stop
£763KLM
Sun, 27 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
KLM Logo
17:05 - 21:25
EDI
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
KLM Logo
07:40 - 23:10
CPT
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EDI
16h 30m
1 stop
£767KLM
Tue, 18 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:20 - 23:00
EDI
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CPT
28h 40m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:20 - 15:20
CPT
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EDI
24h 00m
1 stop
£828Turkish Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec

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KLM flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Our best KLM deals on Edinburgh to Cape Town flight tickets
KLM
27 Sept
EDI09:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 30m
1 stop
CPT05:50Cape Town Intl
14 Oct
CPT23:15Cape Town Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
EDI12:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£763
KLM
23 Aug
EDI17:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 05m
1 stop
CPT21:10Cape Town Intl
6 Sept
CPT23:15Cape Town Intl
17h 55m
1 stop
EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
£767
KLM
23 Aug
EDI17:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 05m
1 stop
CPT21:10Cape Town Intl
6 Sept
CPT23:15Cape Town Intl
17h 55m
1 stop
EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
£767

Lufthansa flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Our best Lufthansa deals on Edinburgh to Cape Town flight tickets
Lufthansa
18 Jan
EDI12:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 50m
1 stop
CPT10:35Cape Town Intl
26 Jan
CPT19:10Cape Town Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
£647
Lufthansa
18 Jan
EDI06:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 35m
2 stops
CPT07:40Cape Town Intl
26 Jan
CPT19:10Cape Town Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
£660
Lufthansa
18 Jan
EDI06:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 35m
2 stops
CPT07:40Cape Town Intl
26 Jan
CPT09:30Cape Town Intl
28h 30m
2 stops
EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
£683

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
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EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/9

09:10-22:10

1 stop36h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

00:10-09:55

1 stop34h 45m

£494

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/9

09:10-22:10

1 stop36h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

00:10-09:55

1 stop34h 45m

£495

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

17:00-11:50

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

16:35-09:45

1 stop18h 10m

£599

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 18/1

12:45-10:35

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/1

19:10-12:00

1 stop18h 50m

£647

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 18/1

06:05-07:40

2 stops23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/1

19:10-12:00

1 stop18h 50m

£660

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

£734

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

£736
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 27/9

09:20-05:50

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

23:15-12:20

1 stop14h 05m

£763

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

17:05-21:25

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

07:40-23:10

1 stop16h 30m

£767

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/11

16:20-23:00

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/12

17:20-15:20

1 stop24h 00m

£828

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £797 to £953.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £494.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Cape Town from Edinburgh during June instead. Flights to Cape Town in June, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around £755.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £841 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Edinburgh for as low as £718 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Edinburgh to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Edinburgh to Cape Town flight.

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When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Edinburgh to Cape Town (EDI to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

15h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town takes 15h 00m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cape Town.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town

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

    The distance between Edinburgh Turnhouse and Cape Town Intl is about 6335.3 mi. 15h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
KLMPriceFrom £607Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,550 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £616Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,161 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £630Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,454 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £645Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,627 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £662Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,744 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £745Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,130 reviews
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