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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Edinburgh.R 6,188 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,188, select.
Edinburgh.R 6,188 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,188, select.
Edinburgh.R 6,486 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,486, select.
Edinburgh.R 7,689 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,689, select.
Edinburgh.R 7,834 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,834, select.
Edinburgh.R 7,902 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,902, select.
Edinburgh.R 7,989 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,989, select.
Edinburgh.R 8,010 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,010, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 7,989
Jun
from R 6,188
Jul
from R 7,689
Aug
from R 8,101
Sep
from R 8,010
Oct
from R 7,902
Nov
from R 8,634
Dec
from R 9,205
Jan
from R 6,188
Feb
from R 7,834
Mar
from R 8,027
Apr
from R 6,486

Cape Town to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Cape Town to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,188
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh is R 12,204. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,204.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Edinburgh is two hours behind Cape Town and follows the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Your CPT to EDI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between CPT and EDI include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • R 6,188 is currently the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 12,204. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to EDI if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap flights from Cape Town International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from CPT to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • 81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport land at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from CPT.

  • To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CPT:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • If you're getting in on a late Cape Town International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near EDI:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Edinburgh in January.

  • The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CPT to EDI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Glasgow, about 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are highlights.

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