Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

KLM, British Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Scotland according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 61% 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.

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from Scotland to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Glasgow to Cape Town is 13h 50m on average, while flying from Inverness to Cape Town is 15h 35m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

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

Emirates, KLM, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport is 3 as of February 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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17:20 - 5:50

GLA

CPT

34h 30m

2 stops

23:45 - 8:30

CPT

GLA

34h 45m

1 stop

R14 392KLM

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10

17:20 - 21:55

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26h 35m

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23:45 - 16:35

CPT

GLA

18h 50m

1 stop

R14 585KLM

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10

5:40 - 21:45

EDI

CPT

15h 05m

1 stop

23:45 - 20:55

CPT

EDI

22h 10m

1 stop

R14 827Air France

Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 21

5:45 - 13:35

EDI

CPT

30h 50m

3 stops

14:25 - 23:10

CPT

EDI

33h 45m

3 stops

R14 875Kenya Airways

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

5:45 - 13:35

EDI

CPT

30h 50m

3 stops

14:25 - 8:30

CPT

EDI

43h 05m

3 stops

R14 892Kenya Airways

Thu, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 17

11:40 - 21:55

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CPT

32h 15m

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7:55 - 10:40

CPT

EDI

28h 45m

1 stop

R14 988Air France

Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 23

11:00 - 11:50

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22h 50m

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17:15 - 10:00

CPT

EDI

18h 45m

1 stop

R15 149Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 26

16:55 - 11:50

EDI

CPT

17h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:40

CPT

EDI

18h 05m

1 stop

R15 343Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 17

7:00 - 10:00

GLA

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25h 00m

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16:35 - 22:35

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GLA

31h 00m

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R15 343Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Apr 15

20:50 - 6:45

EDI

CPT

31h 55m

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16:35 - 12:15

CPT

EDI

44h 40m

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R15 359Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Sun, Apr 19

Emirates flights from Scotland to Cape Town

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Emirates

Feb 17

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:40Cape Town Intl

Mar 7

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

R19 195

Emirates

Feb 17

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

Mar 7

CPT13:40Cape Town Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

R19 227

Emirates

May 8

GLA14:40Glasgow Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

May 11

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

GLA12:40Glasgow Intl

R19 340

Kenya Airways flights from Scotland to Cape Town

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Kenya Airways

May 4

EDI5:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

30h 50m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

May 11

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

33h 45m

3 stops

EDI23:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

R14 875

Kenya Airways

Apr 9

EDI5:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

30h 50m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Apr 17

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

43h 05m

3 stops

EDI8:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

R14 892

Kenya Airways

Jun 3

EDI9:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

35h 55m

2 stops

CPT22:10Cape Town Intl

Jun 13

CPT14:20Cape Town Intl

50h 50m

2 stops

EDI16:10Edinburgh Turnhouse

R14 956

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17:20-5:50

2 stops34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

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1 stop34h 45m

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17:20-21:55

1 stop26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

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23:45-16:35

1 stop18h 50m

R14 585

EdinburghCape Town

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EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 31/3

5:40-21:45

1 stop15h 05m

Cape Town Intl

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23:45-20:55

1 stop22h 10m

R14 827

EdinburghCape Town

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

5:45-13:35

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Cape Town Intl

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14:25-23:10

3 stops33h 45m

R14 875

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

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5:45-13:35

3 stops30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

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14:25-8:30

3 stops43h 05m

R14 892

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/3

11:40-21:55

2 stops32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

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7:55-10:40

1 stop28h 45m

R14 988

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

11:00-11:50

1 stop22h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/3

17:15-10:00

1 stop18h 45m

R15 149

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/4

16:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

16:35-9:40

1 stop18h 05m

R15 343

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/3

7:00-10:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

16:35-22:35

2 stops31h 00m

R15 343

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/3

20:50-6:45

1 stop31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

16:35-12:15

2 stops44h 40m

R15 359

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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 Scotland, with most prices found around R13 796. 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 R14 650.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R16 961 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 Scotland for as low as R15 117 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Scotland to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to Cape Town flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 50m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to Cape Town takes 13h 50m

There are no direct flights from Scotland to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Scotland to Cape Town.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport is 3 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 816	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 210 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 697	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 448 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R15 277	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 712 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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