Cheap flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town from R6 741
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2025.
Tue 30/1219:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 22/114:25CPT - AMS
2 stops26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R16 569
Tue 30/1219:20AMS - CPT
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/112:30CPT - AMS
1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R16 770
Tue 30/1220:35AMS - CPT
1 stop32h 15mAir France
Tue 20/115:20CPT - AMS
2 stops18h 15mAir France
Deal found 17/12R17 977
Tue 30/1220:35AMS - CPT
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/123:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R18 011
Mon 29/1219:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 00mKenya Airways
Sat 24/114:20CPT - AMS
1 stop26h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R19 084
Mon 29/1221:30AMS - CPT
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/18:45CPT - AMS
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R19 386
Sun 28/1219:10AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/114:35CPT - AMS
2 stops29h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R19 436
Tue 16/129:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 30/128:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 15/12R19 654
Best flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
Tue 12/512:25AMS - CPT
2 stops25h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 18/514:35CPT - AMS
2 stops21h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/12R14 405
Sat 28/218:45AMS - CPT
2 stops18h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 22/317:15CPT - AMS
1 stop25h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12R14 523
Thu 14/520:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 17/514:30CPT - AMS
2 stops26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R14 925
Thu 14/519:10AMS - CPT
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/522:50CPT - AMS
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R15 311
Wed 13/517:40AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 19/513:50CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/12R14 405
Thu 22/122:20AMS - CPT
2 stops39h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 30/316:40CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12R14 908
Sun 10/520:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 17/514:30CPT - AMS
2 stops26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R14 925
Tue 12/517:40AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 19/515:25CPT - AMS
2 stops17h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/12R14 405
Sun 10/520:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 10mKenya Airways
Sat 16/514:20CPT - AMS
1 stop26h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R14 925
Thu 22/122:20AMS - CPT
2 stops39h 15mTurkish Airlines
Fri 27/317:15CPT - AMS
1 stop28h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12R15 009
Fri 15/517:40AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 18/514:35CPT - AMS
2 stops18h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/12R14 791
Sun 10/520:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 10mKenya Airways
Thu 14/523:30CPT - AMS
1 stop17h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R15 411
Direct flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Amsterdam to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
Wed 21/19:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 3/223:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/12R15 881
Thu 22/117:45AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 4/223:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/12R15 965
Wed 3/610:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Tue 9/623:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 16/12R15 998
Mon 23/29:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 17/38:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 14/12R16 032
Tue 3/39:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 17/38:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 15/12R16 049
Wed 21/19:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 10/28:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/12R16 082
Mon 6/410:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Wed 22/423:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 15/12R16 166
Tue 3/39:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 11/323:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 15/12R16 216
Mon 2/317:45AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 11/323:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 15/12R16 451
Tue 20/19:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 3/28:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/12R16 501
Last-minute flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Data last updated 17 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 21/1221:05AMS - CPT
1 stop35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R20 878
Mon 22/1220:35AMS - CPT
1 stop32h 15mAir France
Fri 23/17:55CPT - AMS
1 stop25h 40mAir France
Deal found 15/12R21 247
Mon 22/1220:35AMS - CPT
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/18:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R22 186
Tue 23/1220:35AMS - CPT
1 stop32h 15mAir France
Tue 20/115:20CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 15mAir France
Deal found 15/12R19 990
Tue 23/1220:35AMS - CPT
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/123:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R20 006
Tue 23/129:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 20/18:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 15/12R22 119
Wed 24/1214:00AMS - CPT
1 stop14h 50mAir France
Wed 31/127:55CPT - AMS
1 stop15h 00mAir France
Deal found 16/12R21 331
Wed 24/1219:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1217:15CPT - AMS
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R22 237
Thu 25/126:55AMS - CPT
1 stop21h 55mAir France
Wed 31/127:55CPT - AMS
1 stop15h 00mAir France
Deal found 15/12R21 885
One-way flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
Wed 13/519:35AMS - CPT
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R6 741
Tue 12/521:05AMS - CPT
2 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R6 825
Wed 4/212:00AMS - CPT
3 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R8 083
Sun 15/212:00AMS - CPT
3 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R8 301
Tue 17/212:00AMS - CPT
3 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R8 402
Sat 25/414:15AMS - CPT
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R8 536
Mon 16/215:05AMS - CPT
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R8 586
Find flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Amsterdam (AMS) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 17 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
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Depart
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Price
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Tue 12/5
12:25-13:45
2 stops25h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 18/5
14:35-11:35
2 stops21h 00m
R14 405
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Wed 13/5
17:40-13:00
2 stops19h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 19/5
13:50-9:05
2 stops19h 15m
R14 405
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Tue 12/5
17:40-13:45
2 stops20h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 19/5
15:25-9:05
2 stops17h 40m
R14 405
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Sat 28/2
18:45-14:35
2 stops18h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 22/3
17:15-17:20
1 stop25h 05m
R14 523
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Fri 15/5
17:40-13:00
2 stops19h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 18/5
14:35-9:05
2 stops18h 30m
R14 791
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 22/1
22:20-14:35
2 stops39h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 30/3
16:40-13:10
1 stop20h 30m
R14 908
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 14/5
20:35-13:45
2 stops17h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 17/5
14:30-16:40
2 stops26h 10m
R14 925
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Sun 10/5
20:35-13:45
2 stops17h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 17/5
14:30-16:40
2 stops26h 10m
R14 925
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Sun 10/5
20:35-13:45
2 stops17h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 16/5
14:20-16:40
1 stop26h 20m
R14 925
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 22/1
22:20-14:35
2 stops39h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 27/3
17:15-21:00
1 stop28h 45m
R15 009
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Best time to book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town (average of R11 286). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 983). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AMS to CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Amsterdam to Cape Town in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Amsterdam to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Explore weekly flight availability from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
The most flights from AMS to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town delayed?
About 22% of weekly flights between Amsterdam and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Amsterdam to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Amsterdam to Cape Town flights?
Over the past year, KLM have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Share of one-stop return flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 29% of one-stop itineraries from Amsterdam to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Nairobi (NBO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R16 053.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 25m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 24m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 17 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, such as Emirates, KLM, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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What airports do I use to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Booking a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) is your only option if you wish to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town. On a typical day, there are 4 flights from Schiphol to Cape Town Intl, all of which are around 11h 15m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 8 airlines when you book a flight from Schiphol to Cape Town.
How popular is this Amsterdam to Cape Town flight route?
The Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl flight path was viewed by 276 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
A quick flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town can take about 18h 50m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R14 523. The distance between Amsterdam and Cape Town is about 9682 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town round-trip?
Ethiopian Air, at R10 755, was found to be the cheapest airline from Amsterdam to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include SWISS and Kenya Airways. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 459. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Amsterdam to Cape Town for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Amsterdam to Cape Town on time: KLM (86%), Scandinavian Airlines (78%), Air France (78%).
What are the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay R28 650 for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is R16 307 while the most popular route, (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R10 800.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town (average of R11 286). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 983). 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.
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