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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town from £575

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The cheapest plane tickets from Edinburgh to Cape Town found on KAYAK recently.
17:05 - 21:30EDI-CPT
26h 25m1 stop
23:20 - 17:45CPT-EDI
20h 25m1 stop
£575KLM
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Tue, 4 Feb - Wed, 12 Feb
05:45 - 21:30EDI-CPT
13h 45m1 stop
08:30 - 20:50CPT-EDI
14h 20m1 stop
Thu, 6 Feb - Fri, 14 Feb
06:00 - 06:30EDI-CPT
22h 30m1 stop
02:30 - 20:50CPT-EDI
20h 20m1 stop
£578Air France
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Mon, 3 Mar - Mon, 17 Mar
14:05 - 10:40EDI-CPT
18h 35m1 stop
12:35 - 06:00CPT-EDI
19h 25m1 stop
£666Qatar Airways
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Mon, 3 Mar - Tue, 18 Mar
14:05 - 10:40EDI-CPT
18h 35m1 stop
12:35 - 06:00CPT-EDI
19h 25m1 stop
£675Qatar Airways
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Mon, 24 Feb - Thu, 13 Mar
16:30 - 12:00EDI-CPT
17h 30m1 stop
16:35 - 09:35CPT-EDI
18h 00m1 stop
£681Turkish Airlines
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Thu, 20 Mar - Thu, 10 Apr
13:25 - 21:40EDI-CPT
30h 15m2 stops
14:25 - 08:40CPT-EDI
44h 15m3 stops
£716Kenya Airways
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Mon, 24 Feb - Thu, 13 Mar
11:25 - 21:40EDI-CPT
56h 15m2 stops
14:30 - 23:10CPT-EDI
34h 40m3 stops
£721Kenya Airways
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Tue, 18 Feb - Mon, 3 Mar
12:45 - 09:30EDI-CPT
19h 45m1 stop
15:20 - 17:15CPT-EDI
26h 55m2 stops
£725Lufthansa
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Thu, 1 May - Sat, 31 May
18:00 - 09:30EDI-CPT
14h 30m1 stop
18:05 - 17:15CPT-EDI
24h 10m1 stop
£770Lufthansa
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Mon, 21 Apr - Sun, 11 May
05:45 - 12:40EDI-CPT
28h 55m2 stops
£1,218KLM
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Thu, 6 Feb
05:45 - 12:40EDI-CPT
28h 55m2 stops
£1,221KLM
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Thu, 6 Feb
05:45 - 21:30EDI-CPT
13h 45m1 stop
£1,304KLM
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Thu, 6 Feb
05:45 - 13:35EDI-CPT
29h 50m3 stops
£2,473Kenya Airways
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Thu, 6 Feb
17:05 - 21:30EDI-CPT
26h 25m1 stop
08:30 - 10:40CPT-EDI
28h 10m1 stop
Wed, 22 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
05:45 - 21:30EDI-CPT
13h 45m1 stop
15:20 - 10:40CPT-EDI
21h 20m2 stops
Wed, 22 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
06:00 - 21:30EDI-CPT
37h 30m2 stops
15:20 - 10:40CPT-EDI
21h 20m2 stops
£718Air France
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Wed, 22 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
05:45 - 21:30EDI-CPT
13h 45m1 stop
23:20 - 17:45CPT-EDI
20h 25m1 stop
£719KLM
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Thu, 23 Jan - Thu, 30 Jan
13:05 - 13:45EDI-CPT
22h 40m3 stops
11:45 - 15:00CPT-EDI
29h 15m2 stops
Thu, 23 Jan - Thu, 30 Jan
06:00 - 06:30EDI-CPT
22h 30m1 stop
23:20 - 20:50CPT-EDI
23h 30m2 stops
£742Air France
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Thu, 23 Jan - Thu, 30 Jan
21:35 - 13:45EDI-CPT
38h 10m3 stops
11:45 - 18:25CPT-EDI
32h 40m2 stops
Wed, 22 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
06:00 - 13:35EDI-CPT
29h 35m3 stops
14:25 - 10:40CPT-EDI
22h 15m3 stops
Wed, 22 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
14:45 - 15:45EDI-CPT
47h 00m3 stops
10:40 - 19:10CPT-EDI
34h 30m3 stops
£1,030SWISS
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Thu, 23 Jan - Thu, 30 Jan

KLM flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Our best KLM deals on Edinburgh to Cape Town flight tickets
KLM
4 Feb
EDI17:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 25m
1 stop
CPT21:30Cape Town Intl
12 Feb
CPT23:20Cape Town Intl
20h 25m
1 stop
EDI17:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
KLM
4 Feb
EDI05:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 45m
2 stops
CPT08:30Cape Town Intl
12 Feb
CPT18:10Cape Town Intl
24h 00m
2 stops
EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
KLM
4 Feb
EDI05:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 55m
2 stops
CPT12:40Cape Town Intl
12 Feb
CPT23:20Cape Town Intl
25h 50m
1 stop
EDI23:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

Lufthansa flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Our best Lufthansa deals on Edinburgh to Cape Town flight tickets
Lufthansa
1 May
EDI12:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 45m
1 stop
CPT09:30Cape Town Intl
31 May
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
26h 55m
2 stops
EDI17:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
21 Apr
EDI18:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 30m
1 stop
CPT09:30Cape Town Intl
11 May
CPT18:05Cape Town Intl
24h 10m
1 stop
EDI17:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
1 May
EDI17:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
21h 50m
2 stops
CPT16:45Cape Town Intl
31 May
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
26h 55m
2 stops
EDI17:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of June, then book flights to Cape Town from Edinburgh during May instead. Flights to Cape Town in May, while not as cheap as those in June, still average around £754.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Cape Town. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £802. Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £1,005. 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 Cape Town?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as £826. Flying to Cape Town in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are £1,053 on average. Flights to Cape Town from Edinburgh in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Edinburgh when booking 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £891 when searching 22 weeks out.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 £774 on momondo.

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

As of January 2025, prices for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights are approximately 15% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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Best price found

£1,218

Fastest flight time

13h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Edinburgh in the past 72 hours is £1,218. The best return flight deal from Edinburgh to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £575.
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town takes 13h 45m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • 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. 13h 45m 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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LufthansaPriceFrom £531Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,106 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £553Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,599 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £629Free CancellationRating
6.7
277 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £648Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,490 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £651Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,341 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £669Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,931 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £729Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,754 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £925Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,834 reviews
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Can I find flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Cape Town from Edinburgh which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Cape Town from Edinburgh.

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