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Cheap flights from the Netherlands to Cape Town from R5 578

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Netherlands to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from Netherlands to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Netherlands to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 February 2026.

Mon 8/617:55
AMS
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CPT
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/713:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2R11 840
Mon 21/914:55
AMS
-
CPT
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1015:25
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2R11 856
Thu 23/417:55
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops44h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 18/513:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops21h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R11 872
Wed 13/510:00
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/513:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R11 888
Mon 28/914:55
AMS
-
CPT
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1015:25
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R11 904
Sun 23/817:40
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops19h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 22/915:25
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R11 951
Wed 6/514:55
AMS
-
CPT
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/613:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2R11 967
Wed 10/614:55
AMS
-
CPT
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/713:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R11 983
Mon 4/514:55
AMS
-
CPT
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/515:25
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2R11 999
Fri 29/519:10
AMS
-
CPT
3 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/615:25
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2R12 015
Wed 21/1011:55
AMS
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CPT
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/1113:50
CPT
-
AMS
3 stops45h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R12 047
Sat 31/1017:55
AMS
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CPT
2 stops42h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1113:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R12 094

Find flight deals from Netherlands to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Netherlands to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 27 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 840

One-way from

R5 578

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R17 832

Good round-trip deal

R18 135 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 14/5-29/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 38h 35m total
  • Netherlands to Cape Town
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 30m total
  • Netherlands to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R18 049 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 331 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Netherlands to Cape Town Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Netherlands 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 27 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the Netherlands to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

EindhovenCape Town

EIN - CPT

EINCPT

Eindhoven

Mon 6/4

13:15-13:00

2 stops23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

15:25-10:35

2 stops19h 10m

R16 306

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 16/3

22:20-11:50

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

14:00-21:00

2 stops32h 00m

R16 544

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 13/3

15:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

19:00-13:20

1 stop19h 20m

R17 609

EindhovenCape Town

EIN - CPT

EINCPT

Eindhoven

Sun 12/4

15:30-13:00

3 stops21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

15:25-14:55

3 stops23h 30m

R17 848

RotterdamCape Town

RTM - CPT

RTMCPT

Rotterdam The Hague

Sun 12/4

12:15-9:30

3 stops45h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

5:45-16:00

3 stops34h 15m

R18 515

RotterdamCape Town

RTM - CPT

RTMCPT

Rotterdam The Hague

Thu 16/4

13:30-14:35

3 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

13:00-16:20

2 stops27h 20m

R18 753

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 13/3

9:30-21:55

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

8:00-18:50

Nonstop11h 50m

R18 849

EindhovenCape Town

EIN - CPT

EINCPT

Eindhoven

Sat 11/4

6:55-14:35

3 stops31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/4

15:25-22:40

3 stops31h 15m

R19 961

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 16/3

17:30-14:35

2 stops20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

14:35-9:10

2 stops19h 35m

R20 343

RotterdamCape Town

RTM - CPT

RTMCPT

Rotterdam The Hague

Thu 19/3

17:50-19:55

2 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

15:20-12:30

2 stops22h 10m

R20 676

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Best time to book a flight from Netherlands to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the Netherlands to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Netherlands to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Netherlands to Cape Town (average of R10 807). Flying from Netherlands to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 403). 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 NL to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Netherlands 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 27 February 2026.

When flying from Netherlands to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from the Netherlands to Cape Town delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between Netherlands and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the Netherlands 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?

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 the Netherlands 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.

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 27 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andAir France from the Netherlands to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
KLM
7,7
Good
1 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Air France
7,4
Good
1 539 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 238 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
293 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Netherlands 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Netherlands?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from Netherlands.

  • How popular is this Netherlands to Cape Town flight route?

    This flight path from Netherlands to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 252 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 Netherlands to Cape Town?

    For as low as R18 849, Turkish Airlines can have you in Cape Town from Netherlands in 11h 25m. The distance between Netherlands and Cape Town is about 9682 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Netherlands to Cape Town one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R6 121 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from R8 522 and Lufthansa from R9 470 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Netherlands to Cape Town?

    When deciding which route to take from Netherlands to Cape Town, consider Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl, Eindhoven - Cape Town Intl or Rotterdam The Hague - Cape Town Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Netherlands to Cape Town?

    Consider KLM (75%), Scandinavian Airlines (75%) or Delta (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Netherlands to Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Netherlands to Cape Town?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Netherlands to Cape Town? While on average our users pay R29 525, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R14 209. The most popular route (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R10 187.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Netherlands to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Netherlands to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Netherlands to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Netherlands to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Netherlands to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Netherlands 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 Netherlands to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Netherlands to Cape Town (average of R10 807). Flying from Netherlands to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 403). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Netherlands to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Netherlands to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 27 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 485AverageR12 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 858AverageR17 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR10 935AverageR19 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 603AverageR14 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 635AverageR20 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 665AverageR17 817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR14 236AverageR19 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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