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€521 Find Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town

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 23/4. 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
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 return 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.

Recent return flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town.
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17:30 - 14:30AMS-CPT
20h 00m2 stops
14:35 - 09:05CPT-AMS
18h 30m2 stops
€573Ethiopian Air
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Wed, 19 Mar - Wed, 2 Apr
17:30 - 13:45AMS-CPT
19h 15m2 stops
14:35 - 09:05CPT-AMS
18h 30m2 stops
€620Ethiopian Air
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Tue, 11 Mar - Wed, 2 Apr
19:30 - 09:30AMS-CPT
14h 00m1 stop
18:05 - 09:00CPT-AMS
14h 55m1 stop
€733Lufthansa
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Sat, 31 May - Sun, 15 Jun
14:00 - 16:45AMS-CPT
25h 45m1 stop
13:40 - 12:45CPT-AMS
24h 05m1 stop
€812Emirates
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Tue, 25 Feb - Thu, 13 Mar
22:00 - 11:40AMS-CPT
36h 40m1 stop
18:25 - 12:45CPT-AMS
19h 20m1 stop
€813Emirates
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Mon, 20 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
19:30 - 12:40AMS-CPT
17h 10m2 stops
18:05 - 09:00CPT-AMS
14h 55m1 stop
€822Lufthansa
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Fri, 30 May - Tue, 17 Jun
10:55 - 09:50AMS-CPT
21h 55m1 stop
10:45 - 08:20CPT-AMS
21h 35m1 stop
€824
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Wed, 12 Mar - Wed, 2 Apr
15:05 - 10:30AMS-CPT
18h 25m1 stop
12:35 - 11:15CPT-AMS
23h 40m1 stop
€864Qatar Airways
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Fri, 7 Mar - Sun, 23 Mar
20:05 - 10:00AMS-CPT
13h 55m1 stop
18:05 - 08:05CPT-AMS
14h 00m1 stop
€869
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Wed, 14 May - Fri, 20 Jun
15:05 - 17:25AMS-CPT
25h 20m1 stop
12:35 - 13:20CPT-AMS
25h 45m1 stop
€925Qatar Airways
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Thu, 20 Feb - Tue, 4 Mar

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 round-trip 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 €937 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is €1,351 and €1,339 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at €838 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

December

Cheapest flight

€521
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% 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 €543 for a one-way ticket and €597 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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KAYAK’s 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 Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport, 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.
23/4Wed
2 stopsEthiopian Air
19h 20mAMS-CPT
€521
19/4Sat
1 stop
25h 30mAMS-CPT
€524
5/1Sun
1 stop
35h 25mAMS-CPT
€580
16/2Sun
1 stop
35h 25mAMS-CPT
€600
20/4Sun
2 stopsEthiopian Air
18h 15mAMS-CPT
€601
29/4Tue
1 stopQatar Airways
25h 00mAMS-CPT
€618
23/4Wed
1 stopQatar Airways
18h 35mAMS-CPT
€620
20/4Sun
1 stopEmirates
37h 45mAMS-CPT
€861
12/1Sun
1 stopBritish Airways
20h 55mAMS-CPT
€917
27/1Mon
1 stopLufthansa
23h 15mAMS-CPT
€977

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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.
1/1Wed
multi-stopKLM
21h 20mAMS-CPT
13/2Thu
directKLM
11h 55mCPT-AMS
€992
1/1Wed
multi-stopKLM
21h 20mAMS-CPT
12/2Wed
multi-stopKLM
21h 10mCPT-AMS
€1,001
1/1Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
25h 20mAMS-CPT
10/2Mon
multi-stopQatar Airways
25h 35mCPT-AMS
€1,014
1/1Wed
multi-stopKLM
21h 20mAMS-CPT
14/2Fri
directKLM
11h 50mCPT-AMS
€1,023
1/1Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
25h 20mAMS-CPT
16/2Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
19h 10mCPT-AMS
€1,035
2/1Thu
multi-stopBritish Airways
16h 35mAMS-CPT
16/2Sun
multi-stopBritish Airways
15h 25mCPT-AMS
€1,129
2/1Thu
multi-stopAir France
22h 10mAMS-CPT
26/1Sun
multi-stopAir France
19h 10mCPT-AMS
€1,235
2/1Thu
multi-stopBritish Airways
16h 35mAMS-CPT
15/2Sat
multi-stopBritish Airways
14h 50mCPT-AMS
€1,247
29/12Sun
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
36h 40mAMS-CPT
12/2Wed
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
24h 55mCPT-AMS
€1,299
30/12Mon
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
20h 05mAMS-CPT
16/2Sun
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
18h 35mCPT-AMS
€1,414

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