Cheap flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town from R6 386
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 25/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Return
1 adult
Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or March, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap 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 28 August 2025.
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 28 August 2025.
Sat 8/1117:55AMS - CPT
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1115:25CPT - AMS
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R12 435
Fri 10/1020:55AMS - CPT
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/100:30CPT - AMS
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R12 453
Mon 10/1111:50AMS - CPT
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/118:45CPT - AMS
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R12 471
Tue 18/119:20AMS - CPT
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1112:30CPT - AMS
1 stop32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R12 612
Wed 19/117:30AMS - CPT
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1112:30CPT - AMS
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R12 683
Sat 15/1114:25AMS - CPT
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/128:45CPT - AMS
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R12 701
Sat 15/1117:55AMS - CPT
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1115:25CPT - AMS
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R12 719
Tue 18/119:20AMS - CPT
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/118:45CPT - AMS
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R12 789
Wed 12/1110:50AMS - CPT
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1112:30CPT - AMS
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R12 807
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 28 August 2025.
Thu 1/118:20AMS - CPT
2 stops18h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/113:50CPT - AMS
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8R13 055
Mon 17/1117:45AMS - CPT
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1112:30CPT - AMS
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R13 603
Fri 16/17:05AMS - CPT
2 stops28h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/213:50CPT - AMS
2 stops30h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8R13 408
Thu 6/1121:25AMS - CPT
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/118:45CPT - AMS
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R13 638
Thu 22/17:05AMS - CPT
2 stops29h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/215:25CPT - AMS
2 stops28h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8R13 408
Wed 8/1020:10AMS - CPT
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/100:30CPT - AMS
1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R13 798
Mon 13/107:00AMS - CPT
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1112:30CPT - AMS
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8R13 833
Sat 31/117:30AMS - CPT
2 stops18h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 17/213:50CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8R13 921
Sat 31/117:30AMS - CPT
2 stops18h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/213:50CPT - AMS
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8R14 169
Wed 4/219:10AMS - CPT
2 stops16h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 17/213:50CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8R14 222
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 28 August 2025.
Thu 30/1017:45AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 12/1123:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 27/8R15 637
Wed 24/910:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Mon 20/1023:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 27/8R15 673
Tue 9/910:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Mon 22/923:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 26/8R15 690
Mon 15/910:00AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 10mKLM
Wed 8/1023:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 27/8R15 743
Fri 26/910:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Wed 8/1023:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 27/8R16 221
Fri 12/910:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Tue 16/923:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 27/8R16 256
Fri 26/910:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Mon 20/1023:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 27/8R16 292
Thu 25/910:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Thu 2/107:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 27/8R16 398
Last-minute flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Data last updated 28 August 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 31/817:55AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/914:35CPT - AMS
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8R14 470
Mon 1/914:50AMS - CPT
3 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/914:35CPT - AMS
3 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R14 700
Mon 1/910:00AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 10mKLM
Mon 15/918:25CPT - AMS
1 stop15h 50mKLM
Deal found 26/8R14 965
Tue 9/917:55AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/914:35CPT - AMS
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R13 178
Sat 13/917:55AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/915:25CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8R14 487
Mon 22/917:55AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/913:50CPT - AMS
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8R14 098
Wed 24/917:55AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1014:35CPT - AMS
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R13 904
Wed 24/917:55AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1013:50CPT - AMS
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R14 576
Wed 24/920:35AMS - CPT
1 stop25h 35mKenya Airways
Tue 21/1023:30CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/8R14 788
Sat 27/912:25AMS - CPT
2 stops26h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1013:50CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8R14 824
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 28 August 2025.
Tue 25/119:20AMS - CPT
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R6 386
Wed 26/1110:50AMS - CPT
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R7 005
Wed 5/117:30AMS - CPT
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R7 270
Sat 1/1120:35AMS - CPT
1 stop36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R8 455
Fri 10/1020:10AMS - CPT
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8R8 632
Mon 27/109:00AMS - CPT
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R8 809
Wed 1/1021:20AMS - CPT
2 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8R9 305
Sat 25/1014:15AMS - CPT
2 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R9 411
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 28 August 2025.
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Cape Town
Route
Depart
Return
Price
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 1/1
18:20-13:45
2 stops18h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 22/1
13:50-9:10
2 stops20h 20m
R13 055
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Fri 16/1
7:05-13:00
2 stops28h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/2
13:50-19:15
2 stops30h 25m
R13 408
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 22/1
7:05-13:45
2 stops29h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/2
15:25-19:15
2 stops28h 50m
R13 408
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Mon 17/11
17:45-6:45
1 stop36h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 30/11
12:30-20:40
1 stop33h 10m
R13 603
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 6/11
21:25-10:00
1 stop35h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 19/11
8:45-8:25
1 stop24h 40m
R13 638
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Wed 8/10
20:10-22:00
1 stop25h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 23/10
0:30-8:55
1 stop32h 25m
R13 798
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Mon 13/10
7:00-21:45
1 stop14h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 4/11
12:30-22:15
1 stop34h 45m
R13 833
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Sat 31/1
17:30-13:00
2 stops18h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 17/2
13:50-8:00
2 stops19h 10m
R13 921
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Sat 31/1
17:30-13:00
2 stops18h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 19/2
13:50-11:35
2 stops22h 45m
R14 169
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Wed 4/2
19:10-13:00
2 stops16h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 17/2
13:50-8:00
2 stops19h 10m
R14 222
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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 22 August 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 28 August 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Amsterdam to Cape Town in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, 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 24 August 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. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
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 28 August 2025.
The most flights from AMS to CPT are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
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.
Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 27% of one-stop itineraries from Amsterdam to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
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 London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 16m.
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 London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 16m.
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 55m.
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 28 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, such as Emirates, KLM, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
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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 10m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 9 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 282 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 25m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 055. The distance between Amsterdam and Cape Town is about 9682 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town round-trip?
Ethiopian Air, at R11 213, 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 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
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 (59%), Air France (59%), Scandinavian Airlines (59%).
What are the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay R19 637 for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is R15 754 while the most popular route, (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R11 675.
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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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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