CPT - EDI

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Cheapest return flight
R13 693
Typical prices: R14 080-R17 968
Turkish Airlines
Wed 7/11Thu 22/11
CPT - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 192
Typical prices: R5 831-R10 762
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/11
CPT - EDI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Edinburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R12 353 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh (CPT-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R13 693Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 16:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 10:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 50m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
R13 776Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:10 - 10:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 10m1 stop London Gatwick
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 - 10:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 50m2 stops Dublin Frankfurt am Main
R13 974Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 19
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 18:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:50 - 18:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 090Emirates
1 day ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 19
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 18:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:50 - 18:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 190Emirates
2 days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 15:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R14 670Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 28
KLM Logo
7:30 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 580KLM
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 28
KLM Logo
7:30 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
20:30 - 22:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 597KLM
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 28
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:05 - 14:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 961British Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 28
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:05 - 14:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 978British Airways
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

Return flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh typically range from R14 080 to R17 968. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 693 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh at R14 107 return.
•July (R17 716) and April (R17 120) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Edinburgh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R6 192
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh takes 00m, covering 16 427 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh range from R14 080 to R17 968, with an average of R15 741 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 080 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the R15 741 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Edinburgh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 693 to R31 453. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Edinburgh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R15 334, which is 112% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R132 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R15 017 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 898, a difference of R2 881.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 09m, compared to 15h 52m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 58m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 1 hour behind Cape Town (British Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Dean Village is one of the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R15 017, about R2 881 less than Saturday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Edinburgh trip for November. Fares historically average R14 107 return in that month – typically R3 609 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
    • Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1

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