Cheap flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town from R6 809
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
Oct 4 — Oct 111
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 May or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 4 September 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 4 September 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 4 September 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 4 September 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 4 September 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 4 September 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 4 September 2026.
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Cape Town Intl
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R8 475
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
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Thu 1/10
20:55-22:10
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Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
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R9 516
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 8/10
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Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
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R9 724
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AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
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R10 077
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
AMSCPT
Amsterdam Schiphol
Fri 2/10
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Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
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R10 317
AmsterdamCape Town
AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
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Cape Town Intl
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AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
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Cape Town Intl
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R10 974
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AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
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Amsterdam Schiphol
Thu 12/11
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Cape Town Intl
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0:00-23:00
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R11 006
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AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - CPT Cape Town Intl
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Amsterdam Schiphol
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Cape Town Intl
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R11 118
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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 187). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R24 303). 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 4 September 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 R15 556 and R19 961 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R13 906 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 3–Nov 25).
How often are flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Amsterdam and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 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 Tuesday 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 16% 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 35% 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 R14 731.
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 10m.
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 08m.
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 4 September 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.
It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
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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 5 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 166 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 40m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R14 546. 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 337, was found to be the cheapest airline from Amsterdam to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Emirates and Kenya 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 R7 933. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways, 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 (93%), Scandinavian Airlines (93%), Delta (93%).
What are the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay R22 099 for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is R19 978 while the most popular route, (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R11 919.
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 187). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R24 303). 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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