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Cheapest return flight
R13 386
Typical prices: R13 625-R17 564
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/10Mon 5/11
CPT - EDI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 595
Typical prices: R5 654-R8 838
Qatar Airways
Sat 3/11
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 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 13% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R11 628 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 18m (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

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:35 - 16:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
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13:10 - 17:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 15m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
R13 386Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 19:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 16:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 744Emirates
Tue, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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16:20 - 23:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R13 744Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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16:20 - 23:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R13 777Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 15
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 20:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 18:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 167Emirates
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 23:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl London Stansted
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7:30 - 16:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 15m2 stops London Stansted Dubai Intl
R14 184Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
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12:35 - 12:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:05 - 10:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 526Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:35 - 6:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:05 - 17:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 754Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
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20:35 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:00 - 14:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 35m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 649British Airways
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 28
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14:00 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow
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18:05 - 17:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 15m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 154British Airways
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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 from Cape Town to Edinburgh with more confidence.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh at R13 321 return.
•July (R17 424) and April (R16 838) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 26% 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 595
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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

  • 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) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Cape Town to Edinburgh route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R14 428 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 424, a difference of R2 996. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

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

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 13% above the route average of R15 247. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh takes 0h 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.

  • 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 386 to R27 180. 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 R7 689, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 18m, compared to 16h 09m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 49m 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.

  • 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 R135 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh range from R13 625 to R17 564, with an average of R15 247 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 625 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R14 428 – about R2 996 less than Saturday (17% 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 26% 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 October. Fares historically average R13 321 return in that month – typically R4 104 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.
    - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
    - Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

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