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R7 096 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

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Cheap Flight Deals from Cape Town to Edinburgh (CPT-EDI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Edinburgh

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh.
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8:40 - 18:55CPT-EDI
35h 15m1 stop
19:40 - 10:00EDI-CPT
37h 20m1 stop
R14 101SWISS
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Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 11
8:40 - 18:55CPT-EDI
35h 15m1 stop
19:40 - 10:00EDI-CPT
37h 20m1 stop
R14 446SWISS
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Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 11
13:00 - 6:25CPT-EDI
18h 25m1 stop
15:10 - 10:50EDI-CPT
18h 40m1 stop
R20 198Qatar Airways
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Oct 14
13:00 - 13:40CPT-EDI
25h 40m1 stop
15:10 - 10:50EDI-CPT
18h 40m1 stop
R21 033Qatar Airways
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Thu, Sep 4 - Wed, Oct 15
14:00 - 13:05CPT-EDI
24h 05m2 stops
15:30 - 11:00EDI-CPT
18h 30m1 stop
R22 612British Airways
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Tue, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 17
14:00 - 14:40CPT-EDI
25h 40m2 stops
5:50 - 11:00EDI-CPT
28h 10m1 stop
R22 630British Airways
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Tue, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 17
18:05 - 22:45CPT-EDI
29h 40m1 stop
18:00 - 9:30EDI-CPT
14h 30m1 stop
R25 062Lufthansa
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Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Oct 13
18:25 - 16:25CPT-EDI
23h 00m2 stops
6:00 - 12:40EDI-CPT
29h 40m2 stops
R25 334KLM
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Mon, Sep 1 - Tue, Oct 14
18:05 - 17:15CPT-EDI
24h 10m1 stop
12:45 - 9:30EDI-CPT
19h 45m1 stop
R26 387Lufthansa
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Tue, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 17
23:35 - 16:25CPT-EDI
17h 50m2 stops
6:00 - 9:45EDI-CPT
26h 45m2 stops
R27 240KLM
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Sun, Apr 27 - Sat, May 3

KAYAK's insights & trends for Cape Town to Edinburgh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Cape Town to Edinburgh, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Edinburgh, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh is January, where tickets cost R14 010 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R18 257 and R18 130 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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February

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December

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Flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh was R391 for a one-way ticket and R777 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    Cape Town airport is called Cape Town Intl and the only airport in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Turnhouse.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Cape Town and Edinburgh, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh, Qatar Airways or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh are Qatar Airways and KLM. With an average price for the route of R15 796 and an overall rating of 7,4, Qatar Airways is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R18 104 and an overall rating of 7,8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to Edinburgh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top 5 airlines serving from Cape Town to Edinburgh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Cape Town to Edinburgh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7,8
KLMOverall score based on 1319 reviews
7,7Comfort
7,3Food
7,8Boarding
7,2Entertainment
8,4Crew
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This portion of the flight was through Indigo. A local carrier. So all economy seating. No real service some refreshments for purchase standard economy stuff.

6,0 GoodPaul, Mar 2025BOM - MLE
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This portion of the flight was through Indigo. A local carrier. So all economy seating. No real service some refreshments for purchase standard economy stuff.

You should not have to pay for WiFi in business class

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

They only had vegetarian food left on the flight which I wasn’t happy about. I didn’t get any food to eat at all.

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

Great boarding, great short flight but no entertainment whatsoever and no wifi. Prepare to disembark by a staircase.

Great boarding, great short flight but no entertainment whatsoever. It was supposed to have wifi but that did not work.

Transfer at CDG to connecting KLM flight to Amsterdam was a NIGHTMARE. LONG WALKWAYS, NO MOVING WALKWAYS, POOR signage, Have to take a train & No staff visible to help navigate the maze. AVOID TRANSFER AT CDG AT ALL COST.

I had to stay in the airport 15 even with a hotel reservation..i was refused to inter to qatar cuz the hotel was outside the airport. They could have offered a solution. It was really exhausting for me and my family.

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

I recently travelled in Business Class with Qatar Airways, and overall, it was a pleasant experience. The cabin crew stood out for their kindness and professionalism, making the journey truly comfortable. The food exceeded expectations and was exceptional in both quality and presentation. The boarding staff was courteous, though I would like to mention that the staff member responsible for checking tickets during boarding could benefit from additional training to be more welcoming. A warm and hospitable approach would enhance the passenger experience significantly. However, one aspect of the journey was particularly frustrating. The in-flight entertainment system was disappointing, as the headphones provided did not work at all due to a loose connection. This significantly impacted the experience, especially since the flight also lacked Wi-Fi service. Addressing these issues would greatly enhance the overall travel experience. Lastly, I would suggest implementing a section-wise boarding process to streamline the boarding experience and minimise potential challenges. I appreciate the efforts Qatar Airways puts into delivering high-quality service and hope to see these improvements implemented in the future.

I was denied lounge facility at airport. Explanation was not satisfactory.

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

No difference between US airline and Qatar. Both cramp as many people. The airline seems to change planes without notice choice is seating when making reservations online doesn’t match the plane a passenger is on. Especially paying extra. Nothing special No different than US carriers.

Our male flight attendant was top notch - wish I could remember his name. Boarding is never fun when I have to ride the shuttle to the middle of the tarmac and pull my carry on bags up the stairs to my seat. My knees are banged up and my shoulders give me pain, so the flight started off poorly. The seat leg rests don’t recline completely so that makes is difficult if not dangerous to get in and out of the middle seats. The entertainment system touch screens prevented one from seeing the options. They are old and the software needs to be updated. I was on six planes in the last two weeks and able to see the flight progress without any stress. Couldn’t watch anything else. I do like Qatar Airways, just not a fan of a few things.

Overall good. Food choice in business class is a concern as same dishes on every flight for months. Crew is great and seats on this sector were fine . They need to have more variety in dining

There was not enough food for everybody. Some dishes were missing.

"I had a fantastic experience with Turkish Airlines! Here are some things that really stood out to me: - Delicious food options, including a wide range of Turkish cuisine - Friendly and attentive flight attendants - Extensive in-flight entertainment options - Smooth and efficient check-in and boarding process Overall, I was thoroughly impressed with Turkish Airlines and would definitely fly with them again. The combination of comfort, service, and amenities made for a truly enjoyable flight experience."

Food is getting worse. They use to be different than other airlines. Their economy classes food sucks. Stuff was very helpful.

Not worth pay business class and get service economy class

A fairly standard 2/2 configuration. Boeing 787-9 is modern but the amenities chosen by Turkish for their seats are slightly limited - no in-seat charging, for example. Otherwise, a good flight.

Boarding process is one of the worst i have ever seen. Poor planning and lack of experienced staff is vert apparent. Seat changes till the last minute was an added stress to the process.

The trip had a 19 hour layover, and no hotel accommodation was provided. This a shame for an airline to do to their customers. I will not only stop flying with Turkish Airlines, I will make sure anyone I know avoid Turkish Airlines because of how lousy their layover system is.

Their weakness is in boarding. Business class rarely boards first and there are no announcements explaining delays, so customers are always left waiting and wondering why boarding has paused.

For me it was a good experience… thank you Turkish Airlines

Istanbul to Miami is a very long flight, somewhat uncomfortable, especially because the seating offers very limited space outside of business class.

Absolutely horrible experience. It's an overnight flight for over 5 hours and business class does not have beds!!!!! I had a slightly bigger than economy class seat that was broken and not even reclining correctly. I should get a refund for this flight as they changed the aircraft to a small one and that is not what I paid the business class price for!

They lost my luggage and despite all follow ups through emails and phone calls they don’t give me an update

The service was really good. The breakfast food could’ve been better as I don’t eat sweets for breakfast and the only choice was a muffin. Overall, good experience though. Thank you.

It was my first experience in business class. It was everything I expected and more. Service was impeccable, food was delicious and I felt rested once I arrived to London

It’s not bad, simply it’s not as it used to be years ago.

Connection time and departure time were both changed to cause undue stree on older people who cant run through an airport

My mother is 87 years old and has knee problems. I have reserved a wheelchair indicating that she is immobile. For her it is very difficult to walk short distances. On arrival in Frankfurt, I was called via my mother's phone, by the female employee who had my mother in a wheelchair. She asked me how many and what color suitcases she has, which I explained. I was very surprised when 15 minutes later my mother walked out with her cane and balancing with great difficulties assisted by a young couple who were pushing her suitcase. Where was the wheelchair and the airport employee? I find this to be a disrespectful and abusive behavior of elderly people. It also raises the question of professional misconduct of the airport personnel in Frankfurt i.e. the female employee who abandoned an 87 year old immobile person by the luggage lane. I would like to inquire about the details i.e. name of that employee.

Boarding was easy and well organized, Breakfast was not very good.

No internet, very narrow seats insufficient room for three passengers with encroachment.

Missed our flight to London and we were put on coach seats to Munich.

Seats were terribly uncomfortable! Couldn’t sleep! I paid for good seats when scheduled with Lufthansa, got crappy mid-section seats on Air Canada!

Was late but that airport/storm fault. Flight was full but comfortable. Food quite nice. Unfortunate that I had a rather miserable attendant, others were much friendlier

Changed flight terminals/gates twice. The staff and hospitality was good.

Boarding was efficient. Flight left on time. Wasn’t full so we could spread out a bit. Food was ok.

Used to be my "go to" airline but would be my last choice these days. I think some of the cabin crew believe it would be a great job if it wasn't for the customers.

I love travelling with British airways because everything is supper goog

Not that great. There were no entertainment screens, internet, or any way to track the flight path. The seats were fixed in order not to recline at all. The crew and the staff at the check-in counters were the only nice thing.

Experience was good. Could have been better if we didn’t have to board an hour before the flight to ghana and miss relaxing time in the lounge. That process was very stressful

my flight was canceled and rescheduled for two days later

They oversold and down graded me from Premium economy to coach. 75-pound compensation is insufficient if you chose a particular class. I get dehydrated and severe Charley Horse cramps. I requested a bottle of water, even half even less… but no- “We are only allowed to give water by the glass. Nonsense. Lastly, their planes now have a fixed barrier between seats. So even if your entire row is empty, you are confined to just your space. Lastly, London now requires a transit visa for $30 for US citizens. Never travel through London again

I love British Airlines but I think it’s time for a change.My seat was occupied by very large passengers sitting next to me,I felt very uncomfortable and very bad.I’m sorry but I have to say it.

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