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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Cape Town.$517 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 11, returning Wed, Nov 12.Round-trip flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Nov 11, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departing from Cape Town on Wed, Nov 12, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $517, select.
Cape Town.$552 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 25, returning Wed, Dec 3.Round-trip flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Nov 25, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departing from Cape Town on Wed, Dec 3, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $552, select.
Cape Town.$644 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 29, returning Tue, Dec 16.Round-trip flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Wed, Oct 29, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departing from Cape Town on Tue, Dec 16, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $644, select.
Cape Town.$660 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 28, returning Wed, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Oct 28, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departing from Cape Town on Wed, Nov 5, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $660, select.
Cape Town.$671 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 24, returning Thu, Jan 22.Round-trip flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Nov 24, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departing from Cape Town on Thu, Jan 22, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $671, select.
Cape Town.$683 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 2, returning Tue, Dec 16.Round-trip flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Tue, Dec 2, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departing from Cape Town on Tue, Dec 16, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $683, select.
Cape Town.$738 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 19, returning Thu, Jan 29.Round-trip flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Mon, Jan 19, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departing from Cape Town on Thu, Jan 29, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $738, select.
Cape Town.$749 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 7, returning Sun, May 17.Round-trip flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departing from Edinburgh on Thu, May 7, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departing from Cape Town on Sun, May 17, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $749, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in November.
Oct
from $750
Nov
from $517
Dec
from $683
Jan
from $738
Feb
from $798
Mar
from $855
Apr
from $816
May
from $749
Jun
from $932
Jul
from $1,054
Aug
from $1,145
Sep
from $954

Edinburgh to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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

Edinburgh to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$517
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town is $517. 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 Edinburgh to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $517.
There are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town, as of October 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Cape Town Airport on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Cape Town 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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

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

  • The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your EDI to CPT flight.

  • During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and CPT:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

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

  • At the moment, $345 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $517. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cape Town International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EDI to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Of all flights departing from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on time at their destination.

  • To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport to the center of Cape Town has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Cape Town. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from EDI to CPT in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometers north-east to Paarl to tick off its leading sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 97 kilometers east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

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