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Find cheap flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town from €306

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town departing on 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Amsterdam to Cape Town, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town (AMS-CPT)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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20:45 - 09:30AMS-CPT
35h 45m1 stop
11:45 - 22:20CPT-AMS
35h 35m1 stop
€698
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Fri, 1 Nov - Sun, 17 Nov
12:35 - 16:55AMS-CPT
27h 20m1 stop
18:25 - 13:20CPT-AMS
19h 55m1 stop
€781Qatar Airways
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Mon, 28 Oct - Wed, 6 Nov
16:15 - 10:50AMS-CPT
18h 35m1 stop
13:00 - 21:00CPT-AMS
32h 00m1 stop
€783Qatar Airways
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Wed, 29 May - Mon, 8 Jul
09:55 - 21:10AMS-CPT
11h 15mdirect
23:00 - 10:30CPT-AMS
11h 30mdirect
€901KLM
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Mon, 17 Jun - Mon, 1 Jul
10:10 - 21:25AMS-CPT
11h 15mdirect
23:15 - 10:45CPT-AMS
11h 30mdirect
€908KLM
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Wed, 29 May - Mon, 8 Jul
15:20 - 11:35AMS-CPT
20h 15m1 stop
13:05 - 13:15CPT-AMS
24h 10m1 stop
€923Emirates
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Thu, 10 Oct - Wed, 23 Oct
11:40 - 11:35AMS-CPT
23h 55m1 stop
13:05 - 09:20CPT-AMS
20h 15m1 stop
€948Emirates
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Fri, 11 Oct - Tue, 22 Oct
11:40 - 11:35AMS-CPT
23h 55m1 stop
13:05 - 20:00CPT-AMS
30h 55m1 stop
€994Emirates
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Sat, 12 Oct - Wed, 23 Oct
17:30 - 11:50AMS-CPT
18h 20m1 stop
16:35 - 16:20CPT-AMS
23h 45m1 stop
€1,012Turkish Airlines
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Fri, 7 Jun - Mon, 17 Jun
17:30 - 11:50AMS-CPT
18h 20m1 stop
16:35 - 21:45CPT-AMS
29h 10m1 stop
€1,016Turkish Airlines
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Sat, 8 Jun - Mon, 17 Jun

Flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town is November, where tickets cost €850 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is €1,253 and €1,226 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from Amsterdam to Cape Town found on KAYAK was with SWISS for €783. Qatar Airways proposed a return connection from €781 and KLM from €901.

How many flights are there between Amsterdam and Cape Town per day?

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Amsterdam and lands in Cape Town, with an average flight time of 11h 15m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 7 flights.

How long does a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town take?

The average direct flight takes 11h 15m, covering a distance of 15,581 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Amsterdam at 09:55 and will be landing in Cape Town at 21:10.

What’s the latest departure time from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town jets off at 10:10 and lands at 21:25.

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

December

Cheapest flight

€306
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (27% more expensive on average)
Flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town

When to book flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Amsterdam to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town

  • Is it easy to find your way in Schipol Airport’s terminals?

    Amsterdam’s Schipol Airport features a main passenger terminal, which houses eight concourses, several halls and piers, which are interconnected. Schiphol Plaza holds a shopping centre and is in the middle of the terminal. Arrivals are on the ground level and departures are located on the second level. The easiest way to navigate around the airport is to download the Schipol app, which also keeps you updated on your flight.

  • What public transport is available at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)?

    The MyCiti bus operates from the airport bus station outside the terminal building. It drives to the Civic Centre Bus Station in the city centre. Buses leave every 20 minutes. Buses operate every day from 05:00 to 21:30. The route is 20 kilometres and is a half-hour ride. Purchase a travel card for about R35,00 at the MyCiti station kiosk. Authorised taxis are outside the Arrivals Terminal and their fees range from R350,00 to R600,00 depending on the traffic. Ridesharing services like Uber and Bolt also operate from the airport and the pick-up area is at the P2 parking. The fare to the city is, on average, around R200,00.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town was €329 for a one-way ticket and €751 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    KLM, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Amsterdam to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Amsterdam to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Amsterdam and Cape Town.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    There are direct flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Amsterdam is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Amsterdam with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Amsterdam up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town

  • The best way to get to Schipol Airport from Amsterdam city centre is to go by rail. The train ride to the station at Schipol Airport is about 15 minutes and the station is located below Schiphol Plaza in the airport terminal. The fare is around €5 (about R100,00).
  • Be aware that Schipol Airport is known as a ‘silent’ terminal, which means that no public announcements are made regarding any flights or passengers.
  • Cape Town International Airport is a hub for both South African Airways and FlySafair. Other airlines that operate at Cape Town International Airport flying from Amsterdam include KLM, Lufthansa, Kenya Air, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Airlines.

Prefer to fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from Schiphol to Cape Town Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl

Monday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Friday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol

Monday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Friday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Air France, Delta, KLM

Air France, Delta, +1 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
1/11Fri
1 stop
35h 45mAMS-CPT
€306
30/10Wed
1 stop
25h 25mAMS-CPT
€312
29/9Sun
1 stopSWISS
24h 10mAMS-CPT
€783
8/6Sat
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
€862
29/9Sun
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
€870
14/6Fri
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
€873
14/6Fri
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
€874
16/7Tue
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
€968
20/5Mon
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
€1,030
22/10Tue
2 stopsEthiopian Air
22h 05mAMS-CPT
€1,499

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Last minute flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town that are departing in the next 10 days.
9/5Thu
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
14/5Tue
directKLM
11h 30mCPT-AMS
€914
10/5Fri
multi-stopEmirates
19h 00mAMS-CPT
16/5Thu
multi-stopEmirates
20h 15mCPT-AMS
€944
10/5Fri
multi-stopEmirates
37h 45mAMS-CPT
14/5Tue
multi-stopEmirates
24h 10mCPT-AMS
€991
9/5Thu
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
16/5Thu
directKLM
11h 30mCPT-AMS
€1,027
10/5Fri
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
16/5Thu
directKLM
11h 30mCPT-AMS
€1,056
10/5Fri
multi-stopEmirates
20h 15mAMS-CPT
13/5Mon
multi-stopEmirates
25h 40mCPT-AMS
€1,067
9/5Thu
directKLM
11h 15mAMS-CPT
12/5Sun
directKLM
11h 30mCPT-AMS
€1,091
10/5Fri
multi-stopEthiopian Air
19h 20mAMS-CPT
12/5Sun
multi-stopEthiopian Air
17h 40mCPT-AMS
€1,725
10/5Fri
multi-stopEthiopian Air
19h 20mAMS-CPT
11/5Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
17h 45mCPT-AMS
€2,081
9/5Thu
multi-stopEthiopian Air
18h 15mAMS-CPT
11/5Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
19h 15mCPT-AMS
€2,102

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Amsterdam - Cape Town Flights

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Amsterdam (AMS)Netherlands

Destination:

Cape Town (CPT)South Africa

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