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Flight deals from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,757. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.R 3,962 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,962, select.

Edinburgh.R 3,974 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,974, select.

Edinburgh.R 6,062 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,062, select.

Edinburgh.R 6,402 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,402, select.

Edinburgh.R 6,696 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,696, select.

Edinburgh.R 6,703 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,703, select.

Edinburgh.R 6,832 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,832, select.

Edinburgh.R 7,212 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,212, select.

Edinburgh.R 8,171 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar.One-way flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,171, select.

Edinburgh.R 8,598 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,598, select.

Edinburgh.R 8,617 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,617, select.

Edinburgh.R 8,684 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 13 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,684, select.

Edinburgh.R 8,735 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,735, 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 October.

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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 found	R 3,962
Cheapest month to fly	October

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

How much are return flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh is R 12,187. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,187.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport on?

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 Saturday, 26 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh with?

Currently, Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

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

The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Cape Town.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CPT to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like November? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CPT and EDI include:
- Istanbul Airport
- London Heathrow Airport
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

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

R 3,962 is currently the best price for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 12,187. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CPT to EDI.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)

Cape Town Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from CPT land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Cape Town to Cape Town Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead of your departure.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

Edinburgh Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

July is the busiest month for flights from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Edinburgh in March.
Before locking in your flight from Cape Town Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.