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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam from R5 906

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
CPT — AMS
Dec 12 — Dec 191
1 adult
Tue 12/12
Tue 19/12

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in November or February, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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How to find the cheapest flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Amsterdam (AMS)

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Amsterdam (AMS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

R222 641

One-way from

R8 007
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
From Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Users have found that leaving on a Sunday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 11% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 45 days in advance to save up to 10% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 45 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R14 463, or R14 463 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in August. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Amsterdam. Flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town in November are about R14 505 on average during November, but can be found for as low as R10 374.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam (CPT - AMS)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kenya Airways for the route between Cape Town and Amsterdam. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Check out some of the cheapest Kenya Airways flights we've come across from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
  • Kenya Airways is one of the most popular airlines used for those travelling from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Cape Town to Amsterdam flights are typically 1628% more expensive than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Kenya Airways typically cost R707,45 RT. The cheapest Kenya Airways flight found for this route was R620. Cape Town Intl Airport is the most common Cape Town airport to take off from when flying to Amsterdam. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Amsterdam. When flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam, Kenya Airways flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Cape Town and Amsterdam. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Qatar Airways flights we've found from Cape Town to Amsterdam. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
  • Qatar Airways is one of the most popular airlines used for those travelling from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Flights on this route from Qatar Airways typically cost R881,03 RT, a price that is 1354% cheaper than the average Cape Town to Amsterdam flight. The cheapest flight found was R679 RT. The most popular departure airport in Cape Town when flying to Amsterdam is Cape Town Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Amsterdam is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. When flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam, Qatar Airways flights are 1% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Cape Town to Amsterdam flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to Amsterdam specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 December 2023.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Cape Town to Amsterdam in 2023. Check back regularly for other flight deals.

Cape Town to Amsterdam 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Amsterdam in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Cape Town to Amsterdam in 2023. Check back regularly for other flight deals.

Direct flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town

Discover direct flight options from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam should utilize the search form at the top of the page.

Cape Town to Amsterdam flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cape Town to Amsterdam for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam should consider booking one of these fares. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.

One-way flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Users needing a return flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam should utilize the search form above.

Find flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

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Any airport

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Any airport

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R11 509 - R14 955

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/4

2 stops33h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 9/5

2 stops21h 05m

R11 509

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/1

1 stop20h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 5/2

1 stop24h 40m

R11 926

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/4

1 stop29h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 9/5

1 stop36h 35m

R12 948

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/1

2 stops19h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 6/2

1 stop30h 10m

R13 024

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/3

1 stop25h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 3/4

1 stop14h 15m

R13 365

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/1

Nonstop11h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 13/2

Nonstop11h 25m

R13 762

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/1

1 stop14h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 6/2

1 stop14h 35m

R13 781

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 27/1

1 stop14h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 11/2

1 stop16h 30m

R14 917

Cape Town IntlAmsterdam Schiphol

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/1

2 stops17h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 12/2

2 stops17h 15m

R14 955

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/12

Average price of flights to Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to Amsterdam by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam is currently 6728.59 ZAR while a return flight costs 13354.11 ZAR. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam (average of R621). Flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam in December is currently the most expensive (average of R788). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

R12 286

February

R11 926

March

R12 948

April

R13 630

May

R12 494

June

R13 402

July

R14 500

August

R14 292

September

R13 119

October

R13 630

November

R11 756

December

R14 917

Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Amsterdam. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Amsterdam. Reviews last updated 8 December 2023.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines from Cape Town to Amsterdam to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Because my screen doesn’t work whole flight I tried to tell everyone like 10 times but it doesn’t help me.

7,9
Good
1 316 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Because my screen doesn’t work whole flight I tried to tell everyone like 10 times but it doesn’t help me.

7,6
Good
276 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Because my screen doesn’t work whole flight I tried to tell everyone like 10 times but it doesn’t help me.

7,5
Good
125 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Because my screen doesn’t work whole flight I tried to tell everyone like 10 times but it doesn’t help me.

7,4
Good
198 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Because my screen doesn’t work whole flight I tried to tell everyone like 10 times but it doesn’t help me.

7,4
Good
457 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Crew

8,2

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Because my screen doesn’t work whole flight I tried to tell everyone like 10 times but it doesn’t help me.

Average temperature in Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip to Amsterdam by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. July sees the highest average temperature while February sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

AMS

Temperature

2 - 16 °C

Average rainfall in Amsterdam by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Amsterdam by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Amsterdam sees an average of 65.00 precipitation per year with the most occurring in October. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

AMS

Rainfall

30 - 100 mm

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

What airports serve Cape Town to Amsterdam flights?

Travellers who are going to Amsterdam from Cape Town will start the process at Cape Town International Airport. This airport is 20 kilometres from the city centre of Cape Town. It has international and domestic terminals connected by a common terminal. This airport offers direct flights to destinations in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is where the flight will end. It is found nine kilometres from Amsterdam and is the third busiest airport in Europe based on passenger volume. The airport is a hub for KLM, Transavia, and Martinair.

Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

There is a single airline that offers direct, nonstop flights from Cape Town into Amsterdam. KLM serves travellers who require a quick trip to Amsterdam but often has more expensive flights than the airlines that offer stopover options. This flight takes 1h 40m to get to the destination. There are many other airlines that travel this route with stopovers including Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, and Kenya Airways along with others. Stopover flights are quite a bit less expensive in most cases and offer an ideal choice for a budget traveller.

What are the stopover options between Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Several different flights are available with stops between the origination and destination airport. The indirect flights with one-stop often touch down in Frankfurt am Main Airport, Istanbul Airport, or Johannesburg O. R. Tambo Airport. These flights may be anywhere from 14h 20m-17h 40m in duration. All of the other indirect flights going to Amsterdam will have two stops. Some of them stop in Livingstone Airport and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, others come down in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Lyon Airport. These flights are often a bit longer than direct or one-stop flights but often less expensive.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Travellers going from Cape Town to Amsterdam will need to have a passport as well as a visa to visit. Applying can be done in Cape Town at the Netherlands Visa Application Centre.

What airports do I use to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

If you book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl to Schiphol. Flights to Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) from Cape Town Intl (CPT) take 11h 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam per day from 11 airlines.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam for under R11 600 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam for under R11 600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just R11 509, but on average you can expect to pay R12 778.

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam for under R13 800 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam under R13 800. A good price for a direct flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam is less than R16 526.

Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to Amsterdam for under R16 500?

There are currently 16+ open flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam within the next 7 days for less than R16 500.

How popular is this Cape Town to Amsterdam flight route?

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam round-trip from R11 509. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from R11 926, and Turkish Airlines, from R12 948. Kenya Airways is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 906. Kenya Airways flights start at R7 705 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R7 988 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Consider XiamenAir (89%), Air France (85%) or KLM (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam.

What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R10 214. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol) can be booked for R11 983 on average our data indicates R19 098 when flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam.

What does CPT to AMS mean?

Great question - CPT to AMS just means Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting LEGOLAND Dubai, Burj Khalifa, or Deira Perfume Souq. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting LEGOLAND Dubai, Burj Khalifa, or Deira Perfume Souq can do so by traveling 51,6 km, 11,0 km, and 7,0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R445.

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Amsterdam flights?

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