Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R13 677.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 58m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Edinburgh and Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 63% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

KLM, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Edinburgh according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 01m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cape Town Intl?

SWISS, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cape Town Intl

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?

As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from 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?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Edinburgh, with most prices found around R14 822. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R15 155.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R17 158. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Sunday is R23 658.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Edinburgh to Cape Town at midday for as low as R19 501. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R20 791 per ticket.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R18 716 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 R15 155 on momondo.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights are approximately 13% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cape Town Intl by plane?
A flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cape Town Intl will travel around 10195,6 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 25m.
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?
As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from 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?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Edinburgh to Cape Town is KLM (47% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Turkish Airlines (34%) and Lufthansa (19%).

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KLM	PriceFrom R14 243	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 387 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 612	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 955 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R16 848	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 359 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

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

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

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

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

As of August 2025, prices for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights are approximately 13% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cape Town Intl?

SWISS, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cape Town Intl

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Edinburgh and Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 63% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R13 677.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 01m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 58m.

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How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

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