Cheap flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town from R7 767
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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
Dec 14 — Dec 211
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 March, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday 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 14 November 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 14 November 2025.
Wed 26/117:00AMS - CPT
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R12 945
Sat 29/117:05AMS - CPT
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R13 047
Tue 25/117:05AMS - CPT
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R13 132
Wed 26/117:00AMS - CPT
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R13 200
Sat 29/1116:05AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1213:50CPT - AMS
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11R13 371
Wed 3/1215:12AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 48mEthiopian Air
Thu 25/1215:25CPT - AMS
2 stops17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R13 473
Wed 19/119:25AMS - CPT
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/128:45CPT - AMS
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R13 541
Mon 8/1215:11AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 49mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/1214:35CPT - AMS
2 stops24h 12mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R13 558
Sun 7/1215:12AMS - CPT
2 stops21h 33mEthiopian Air
Thu 25/1215:25CPT - AMS
2 stops17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R13 575
Tue 2/1212:00AMS - CPT
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1212:30CPT - AMS
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R13 592
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 14 November 2025.
Fri 20/312:25AMS - CPT
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/413:50CPT - AMS
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/11R13 967
Tue 24/27:00AMS - CPT
1 stop23h 30mSWISS
Fri 13/39:25CPT - AMS
1 stop14h 00mSWISS
Deal found 14/11R16 045
Wed 21/114:45AMS - CPT
1 stop20h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/217:15CPT - AMS
1 stop18h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/11R16 249
Tue 24/29:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Thu 12/314:00CPT - AMS
1 stop21h 10mKLM
Deal found 14/11R16 453
Sat 9/516:15AMS - CPT
1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 1/613:00CPT - AMS
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/11R16 573
Mon 4/512:25AMS - CPT
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/614:35CPT - AMS
2 stops21h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/11R14 461
Wed 21/110:00AMS - CPT
2 stops27h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/213:50CPT - AMS
2 stops30h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/11R14 921
Tue 25/119:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 16/128:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 11/11R16 692
Mon 4/512:25AMS - CPT
2 stops26h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 30/515:25CPT - AMS
2 stops17h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/11R15 108
Sun 30/119:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 10/1223:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 14/11R16 726
Mon 22/1210:00AMS - CPT
2 stops27h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 23/114:35CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R15 823
Tue 9/1215:11AMS - CPT
2 stops21h 34mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/1215:25CPT - AMS
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R16 368
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 14 November 2025.
Mon 4/510:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Mon 11/523:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 13/11R16 028
Mon 4/510:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Thu 21/523:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 13/11R16 045
Wed 3/129:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Thu 25/1223:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 13/11R16 062
Thu 9/410:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Thu 23/423:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 14/11R16 436
Tue 12/518:45AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Tue 19/523:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/11R16 590
Mon 1/129:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 17/1223:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 13/11R16 607
Mon 1/129:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Mon 15/1223:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 13/11R16 624
Mon 4/510:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Sat 23/523:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Deal found 13/11R16 641
Fri 28/1117:45AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 17/1223:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 13/11R16 658
Tue 25/119:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Tue 16/128:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 11/11R16 692
Mon 2/317:45AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 18/323:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 11/11R16 709
Last-minute flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Data last updated 14 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 19/119:25AMS - CPT
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/128:45CPT - AMS
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R13 541
Wed 19/117:30AMS - CPT
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1112:30CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R14 955
Thu 20/1112:40AMS - CPT
1 stop16h 10mAir France
Wed 3/127:55CPT - AMS
1 stop25h 40mAir France
Deal found 13/11R15 670
Sun 23/1119:35AMS - CPT
1 stop33h 25mKenya Airways
Sun 14/1214:25CPT - AMS
3 stops28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/11R15 517
Sun 23/1119:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R15 619
Mon 24/119:00AMS - CPT
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R13 865
Mon 24/1121:25AMS - CPT
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1112:30CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11R14 801
Mon 24/1121:30AMS - CPT
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11R14 818
Mon 24/1119:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 00mKenya Airways
Wed 10/1214:25CPT - AMS
2 stops26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/11R15 244
Mon 24/1122:35AMS - CPT
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11R15 636
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 14 November 2025.
Fri 20/315:10AMS - CPT
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R7 767
Fri 24/421:05AMS - CPT
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R7 835
Tue 2/127:05AMS - CPT
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11R7 886
Sat 31/112:00AMS - CPT
3 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11R8 448
Fri 21/1120:35AMS - CPT
1 stop36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R8 584
Mon 26/112:00AMS - CPT
3 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11R8 653
Thu 29/112:00AMS - CPT
3 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11R8 755
Fri 30/112:00AMS - CPT
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R8 806
Wed 28/112:00AMS - CPT
3 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11R8 874
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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 14 November 2025.
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Amsterdam
Fly to
Cape Town
Route
Depart
Return
Price
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Fri 20/3
12:25-14:35
2 stops25h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 4/4
13:50-10:35
2 stops20h 45m
R13 967
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Mon 4/5
12:25-13:00
2 stops24h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 1/6
14:35-11:35
2 stops21h 00m
R14 461
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Wed 21/1
10:00-14:35
2 stops27h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/2
13:50-19:15
2 stops30h 25m
R14 921
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Mon 4/5
12:25-14:35
2 stops26h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 30/5
15:25-9:05
2 stops17h 40m
R15 108
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Mon 22/12
10:00-14:35
2 stops27h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 23/1
14:35-9:10
2 stops19h 35m
R15 823
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Tue 24/2
7:00-7:30
1 stop23h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 13/3
9:25-22:25
1 stop14h 00m
R16 045
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Wed 21/1
14:45-11:50
1 stop20h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/2
17:15-10:40
1 stop18h 25m
R16 249
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Tue 9/12
15:11-13:45
2 stops21h 34m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 28/12
15:25-8:00
2 stops17h 35m
R16 368
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Tue 24/2
9:30-21:55
Nonstop11h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/3
14:00-10:10
1 stop21h 10m
R16 453
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS - CPT
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Sat 9/5
16:15-10:50
1 stop18h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 1/6
13:00-13:55
1 stop24h 55m
R16 573
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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 7 November 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 R10 952). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 179). 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 14 November 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Amsterdam to Cape Town in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 26% 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 2 November 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.
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 14 November 2025.
The most flights from AMS to CPT are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town delayed?
About 23% of weekly flights between Amsterdam and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 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 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 23% 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.
Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 28% 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 Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 29m.
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 29m.
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 27m.
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 14 November 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.
Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
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 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 273 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 25h 10m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 967. 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 R10 796, 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: Scandinavian Airlines (70%), KLM (63%), Delta (56%).
What are the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay R33 685 for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is R19 400 while the most popular route, (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R9 879.
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 R10 952). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 179). 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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