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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,688
Typical prices: C$ 1,677-C$ 2,490
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/11Mon 24/12
YEG - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 1,207
Typical prices: C$ 1,280-C$ 1,782
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/11
YEG - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edmonton and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 29% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Edmonton to Cape Town (YEG-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Edmonton to Cape Town

Fri, 27 Nov - Thu, 24 Dec
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12:55 p.m. - 6:35 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
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8:20 p.m. - 11:49 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
35h 29m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,688Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 23 Dec
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8:00 a.m. - 6:35 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
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8:35 p.m. - 11:07 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
34h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Calgary
C$ 1,735Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 25 Dec
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12:55 p.m. - 6:35 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
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7:10 p.m. - 7:52 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
32h 42m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Calgary
C$ 1,738Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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9:15 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
57h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
C$ 1,739Delta
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 23 Dec
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6:05 p.m. - 4:45 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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6:25 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
30h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,751KLM
Sat, 28 Nov - Thu, 24 Dec
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6:05 p.m. - 5:25 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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12:30 a.m. - 5:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
24h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,785KLM
Sat, 28 Nov - Fri, 25 Dec
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6:05 p.m. - 5:25 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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12:30 a.m. - 5:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
24h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,785KLM
Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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4:17 p.m. - 6:40 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 23m2 stops Denver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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8:50 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
59h 30m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
C$ 1,788United Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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4:17 p.m. - 6:40 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 23m2 stops Denver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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8:50 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
59h 30m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
C$ 1,803United Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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4:17 p.m. - 6:40 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 23m2 stops Denver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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8:50 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YEG Edmonton
59h 30m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
C$ 1,805United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edmonton to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edmonton to Cape Town with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edmonton to Cape Town?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edmonton to Cape Town and is 24% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Edmonton to Cape Town at C$ 1,508 round-trip.
•July (C$ 4,550) and December (C$ 3,511) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 201% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Edmonton to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 1,207
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (64% more expensive on average)
Flights from Edmonton to Cape Town

When to book flights from Edmonton to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edmonton to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edmonton to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edmonton to Cape Town?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Edmonton to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long does a flight from Edmonton to Cape Town take?

    A direct flight from Edmonton to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 25,275 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edmonton to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edmonton to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Edmonton to Cape Town range from C$ 1,677 to C$ 2,490, with an average of C$ 2,135 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,677 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Edmonton to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,688 to C$ 13,244. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Edmonton to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edmonton to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,345, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edmonton to Cape Town?

    Flights from Edmonton to Cape Town usually depart from Edmonton (YEG) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edmonton to Cape Town pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Edmonton to Cape Town pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edmonton to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Edmonton to Cape Town route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,634 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 2,813, a difference of C$ 1,179. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Edmonton and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 8 hours ahead of Edmonton (South Africa Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Boulders Beach, and Bloubergstrand Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Edmonton to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 1,634 – about C$ 1,179 less than Thursday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edmonton to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 1,508 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 3,042 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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