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Cheapest return flight
R20 072
Typical prices: R19 523-R29 063
United Airlines
Mon 15/1Thu 15/2
YEG - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R24 459
Typical prices: R15 263-R20 874
Lufthansa
Sun 16/12
YEG - CPT • 2 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 28% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Edmonton to Cape Town (YEG-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edmonton to Cape Town

Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Feb 15
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16:17 - 16:10YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 23:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
34h 30m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
R20 072United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:50 - 7:35YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 45m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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9:20 - 22:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
45h 29m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
R20 105Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:40 - 7:40YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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21:00 - 18:52CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
29h 52m2 stops London Heathrow Calgary
R20 504Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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8:50 - 7:40YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:55 - 21:27CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
34h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Vancouver Intl
R20 670Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 25
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16:00 - 10:20YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Calgary London Heathrow
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20:35 - 21:27CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
32h 52m2 stops London Heathrow Vancouver Intl
R20 753Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 25
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16:00 - 8:05YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops Calgary London Heathrow
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19:10 - 16:47CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
29h 37m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl
R20 870Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 8:05YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops Calgary London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:10 - 16:47CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
29h 37m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl
R20 903Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Mar 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 10:20YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Calgary London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:35 - 21:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
32h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Vancouver Intl
R20 936Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 23
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12:40 - 6:25YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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0:30 - 16:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
23h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R21 086Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3
Delta Logo
9:15 - 18:35YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:30 - 16:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
64h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
R21 651Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edmonton to Cape Town flights

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

Return flights from Edmonton to Cape Town typically range from R19 523 to R29 063. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R20 072 on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edmonton to Cape Town. It's 23% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Edmonton to Cape Town at R17 663 return.
•July (R53 287) and December (R41 191) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 201% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Edmonton to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R20 072
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Edmonton to Cape Town

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

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

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

    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 Edmonton to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Edmonton to Cape Town range from R19 523 to R29 063, with an average of R24 660 over the past 12 months. Anything below R19 523 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Edmonton to Cape Town 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 R20 072 to R146 602. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Edmonton to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R26 714, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R444 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Edmonton to Cape Town usually depart from Edmonton (YEG) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

    Most connecting flights from Edmonton to Cape Town pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Edmonton to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R19 142 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R29 128, a difference of R9 986.

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

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

    Cape Town is 8 hours ahead of Edmonton (South Africa Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Edmonton to Cape Town 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average R19 142, which is about R9 986 less than Saturday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edmonton to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R17 663 return in that month – typically R35 624 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 Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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