Cheap flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town from R7 747
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
Dec 9 — Dec 161
Return
1 adult
Economy
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday
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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 9 November 2026.
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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 9 November 2026.
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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 9 November 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Data last updated 9 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
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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 9 November 2026.
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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 9 November 2026.
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 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 9 November 2026.
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AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Sat 30/1
10:00-9:30
1 stop22h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
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R9 643
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Tue 5/1
15:20-13:00
2 stops44h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R9 758
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Wed 27/1
10:40-9:30
1 stop21h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R10 335
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 28/1
9:00-20:25
1 stop34h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R10 335
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 7/1
13:30-21:35
3 stops31h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R10 714
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Tue 24/11
21:25-9:30
1 stop35h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
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R10 846
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 3/12
7:05-20:20
1 stop36h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R10 945
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Tue 2/2
17:55-14:10
2 stops19h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R11 060
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Sat 19/12
13:55-12:05
1 stop21h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R12 511
Fastest return journey
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 12/11
15:05-10:30
1 stop18h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R13 203
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
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 86 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 R15 659). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R24 807). 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 9 November 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Amsterdam to Cape Town flights typically cost between R16 351 and R21 939 in January.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R14 505 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 6–Jan 19).
How often are flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Amsterdam and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 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 morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday 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 15% 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 22% 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 R15 156.
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 Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 03m.
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 Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 00m.
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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 9 November 2026.
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 3 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 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 142 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 19h 15m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R18 016. 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?
Turkish Airlines, at R8 578, was found to be the cheapest airline from Amsterdam to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Emirates and Qatar Airways. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 56% 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 Iberia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R8 162. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, 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: Scandinavian Airlines (86%), Delta (75%), KLM (75%).
What are the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay R24 449 for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is R20 461 while the most popular route, (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R11 818.
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 R15 659). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R24 807). 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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