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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Rotterdam from R20 039

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — RTM
Dec 26 — Jan 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Rotterdam

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Rotterdam (RTM). 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 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 039

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 918
11/12-15/12
  • 11/12-15/12
  • 5 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Rotterdam
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R8 512 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Rotterdam
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Rotterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 November 2025.

Thu 11/1212:30CPT - RTM
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1214:15RTM - CPT
3 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11R20 039
Thu 11/1222:10CPT - RTM
1 stop17h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 15/1212:40RTM - CPT
1 stop18h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11R30 369

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Cape TownRotterdam

CPT - RTM

CPTRTM

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/12

12:30-22:30

2 stops35h 00m

Rotterdam The Hague

Mon 15/12

14:15-14:35

3 stops23h 20m

R20 039

Cape TownRotterdam

CPT - RTM

CPTRTM

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/12

22:10-14:20

1 stop17h 10m

Rotterdam The Hague

Mon 15/12

12:40-8:05

1 stop18h 25m

R30 369

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Deals found on 25/11

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rotterdam (average of R10 313). Flying from Cape Town to Rotterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of R13 279). 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 CPT to RTM?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Rotterdam. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Rotterdam is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Rotterdam

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rotterdam. 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 Rotterdam. Reviews last updated 26 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways from Cape Town to Rotterdam to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 539 reviews
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Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,7

Boarding

6,9

Crew

7,6

Entertainment

6,4

Food

6,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2025

CPT - LHR

Rude hostesses who didn’t care at all about passengers’ needs. Terrible quality of food (we even found a stone in our salad which damaged our teeth) Small space for legs and very Uncomfortable seats (we could barely move) Awful pillows provided: small and dirty Not an inclusive airline at all when it comes to dietary requirements: Total Absence of dairy free options for snacks and milk .
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 539 reviews
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,7

Boarding

6,9

Crew

7,6

Entertainment

6,4

Food

6,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,May 2025

CPT - LHR

Rude hostesses who didn’t care at all about passengers’ needs. Terrible quality of food (we even found a stone in our salad which damaged our teeth) Small space for legs and very Uncomfortable seats (we could barely move) Awful pillows provided: small and dirty Not an inclusive airline at all when it comes to dietary requirements: Total Absence of dairy free options for snacks and milk .

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  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Rotterdam?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Rotterdam can take about 17h 10m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R30 369. Airlines will cover a distance of 9648 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to Rotterdam round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Rotterdam round-trip from R15 231. This flight start at 12% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rotterdam (average of R10 313). Flying from Cape Town to Rotterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of R13 279). 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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