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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh from £331

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 5/6. 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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KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh.
Kenya Airways Logo
23:30 - 08:25CPT-EDI
33h 55m2 stops
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06:00 - 13:45EDI-CPT
30h 45m3 stops
£700Kenya Airways
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Thu, 8 May - Thu, 29 May
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18:15 - 06:25CPT-EDI
37h 10m3 stops
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07:55 - 10:50EDI-CPT
25h 55m1 stop
Thu, 8 May - Thu, 29 May
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00:30 - 13:25CPT-EDI
37h 55m3 stops
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15:30 - 22:35EDI-CPT
30h 05m3 stops
Wed, 7 May - Thu, 29 May
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 06:25CPT-EDI
18h 25m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
07:55 - 10:50EDI-CPT
25h 55m1 stop
£756Qatar Airways
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Thu, 8 May - Thu, 29 May
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00:30 - 13:25CPT-EDI
37h 55m3 stops
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23:35 - 11:50EDI-CPT
35h 15m2 stops
Wed, 7 May - Thu, 29 May
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18:55 - 10:20CPT-EDI
16h 25m1 stop
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07:55 - 10:50EDI-CPT
25h 55m1 stop
Thu, 8 May - Thu, 29 May
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08:50 - 06:25CPT-EDI
22h 35m2 stops
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07:55 - 10:50EDI-CPT
25h 55m1 stop
Thu, 8 May - Thu, 29 May
Kenya Airways Logo
14:30 - 08:25CPT-EDI
42h 55m3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
06:00 - 13:45EDI-CPT
30h 45m3 stops
£814Kenya Airways
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Tue, 1 Jul - Thu, 17 Jul
Kenya Airways Logo
23:30 - 21:45CPT-EDI
23h 15m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
11:45 - 13:00EDI-CPT
48h 15m2 stops
£903Kenya Airways
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Tue, 1 Jul - Thu, 17 Jul
British Airways Logo
13:00 - 13:40CPT-EDI
25h 40m1 stop
British Airways Logo
15:30 - 11:00EDI-CPT
18h 30m1 stop
£1,063British Airways
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Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Cape Town to Edinburgh flight tickets
Kenya Airways
8 May
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
33h 55m
2 stops
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
29 May
EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 45m
3 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
1 Jul
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
42h 55m
3 stops
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
17 Jul
EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 45m
3 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
1 Jul
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
23h 15m
2 stops
EDI21:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
17 Jul
EDI11:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
48h 15m
2 stops
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh from Cape Town, with most prices found around £574. If you don’t want to visit Edinburgh in January, then you should wait until November to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £588.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Edinburgh is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £643. Flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £821. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Edinburgh is in the morning. Flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh during this time can be as low as £633. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around £782. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Edinburgh from Cape Town when booking 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Edinburgh for around £673 when searching 22 weeks out.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 £625 on momondo.

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

As of April 2025, prices for Cape Town to Edinburgh flights are approximately 27% 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.
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Cheap Cape Town to Edinburgh (CPT to EDI) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£331

Fastest flight time

16h 25m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Edinburgh

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Edinburgh from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is £331. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Edinburgh found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £700.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh takes 16h 25m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Cape Town Intl Airport - Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.
There is 1 airport near Edinburgh: Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI)

  • 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 16h 25m.

  • 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

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Airline
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £578Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,554 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £641Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,771 reviews
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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.

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