What’s the top layover airport for flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 43% of 1-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Amsterdam on Cheapflights.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Amsterdam flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $787.

What’s the fastest layover option from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 15m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 00m.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Amsterdam flights?

Over the last year, KLM have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Amsterdam have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 minutes.

How popular is this Cape Town to Amsterdam flight route?

The Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flight path was viewed by 98 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 Cape Town to Amsterdam?

For as low as $661, Ethiopian Air can have you in Amsterdam from Cape Town in 19h 15m. Cape Town and Amsterdam are separated by a distance of 6016 mi.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Amsterdam is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $657 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Turkish Airlines, starting at $672 and $717 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

$355 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and SWISS, with prices starting from $425 and $428, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Amsterdam ranges from 1.2 - 3.9 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Amsterdam when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Amsterdam, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 60.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of February, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam? While on average our users pay $1,467, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $740. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol), is priced around $710.

What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam are KLM (82%), Air France (78%) and Scandinavian Airlines (77%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

KLM, Lufthansa and SWISS are the most popular airlines when flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Amsterdam flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Amsterdam flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Amsterdam flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cape Town-Amsterdam flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airports do I use to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

To fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam, you need to book a flight from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Schiphol (AMS). Nonstop flights to Amsterdam Schiphol from Cape Town Intl take 11h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Cape Town Intl to Schiphol offered by 4 different airlines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Amsterdam by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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lun. 12/111:35 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines

vie. 12/58:20 amAMS - CPT

1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/1

$670

mar. 12/26:45 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop14h 15mLufthansa

sáb. 12/61:40 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop17h 00mLufthansa

Deal found 12/2

$700

lun. 12/111:35 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 30mSWISS

vie. 12/510:40 amAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 00mSWISS

Deal found 12/1

$709

mar. 12/29:30 amCPT - AMS

2 stops24h 30mSWISS

sáb. 12/67:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops23h 40mSWISS

Deal found 12/1

$742

jue. 12/1111:45 pmCPT - AMS

Nonstop11h 50mKLM

vie. 1/1610:10 amAMS - CPT

1 stop22h 35mKLM

Deal found 12/3

$869

mié. 12/249:30 amCPT - AMS

2 stops25h 20mSWISS

mié. 1/79:50 amAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 50mSWISS

Deal found 12/2

$893

mié. 12/39:30 amCPT - AMS

1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines

mar. 12/163:15 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/1

$914

mar. 12/26:45 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop24h 35mLufthansa

lun. 12/156:10 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop15h 50mLufthansa

Deal found 12/1

$924

dom. 12/212:25 pmCPT - AMS

3 stops28h 30mKenya Airways

dom. 1/47:35 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops17h 00mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/2

$925

dom. 12/219:00 amCPT - AMS

1 stop25h 00mSWISS

dom. 1/47:00 amAMS - CPT

1 stop23h 35mSWISS

Deal found 12/1

$950

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Amsterdam that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated diciembre 3, 2025.

mar. 5/51:50 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops19h 15mEthiopian Air

mar. 5/195:40 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/3

$661

vie. 4/249:10 amCPT - AMS

1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines

vie. 5/86:20 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/2

$703

jue. 4/306:05 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop14h 55mLufthansa

lun. 5/187:30 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop14h 00mLufthansa

Deal found 12/1

$710

mar. 5/123:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops17h 40mEthiopian Air

vie. 5/295:40 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops19h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/2

$686

vie. 4/249:10 amCPT - AMS

1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines

mié. 5/67:30 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/2

$703

sáb. 4/253:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops17h 40mEthiopian Air

mié. 5/612:25 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops26h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/3

$686

dom. 4/268:00 amCPT - AMS

1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines

mié. 5/66:20 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/2

$710

mar. 4/283:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops17h 40mEthiopian Air

mar. 5/512:25 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops25h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/2

$691

jue. 4/231:50 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops21h 45mEthiopian Air

mar. 5/55:40 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/2

$691

vie. 2/132:35 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops22h 00mEthiopian Air

vie. 2/205:30 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/3

$713

sáb. 4/251:50 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops21h 45mEthiopian Air

mar. 5/55:40 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/2

$717

Last-minute flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam
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mar. 1/133:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops28h 50mEthiopian Air

mié. 2/410:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops26h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/2

$728

mié. 1/142:35 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines

mié. 2/45:55 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/2

$814

jue. 1/153:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops18h 45mEthiopian Air

mié. 2/410:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops26h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/2

$712

vie. 1/162:35 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines

vie. 1/235:55 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/2

$714

vie. 1/162:35 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops22h 00mEthiopian Air

mié. 2/410:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops27h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/2

$753

vie. 1/169:25 amCPT - AMS

1 stop24h 35mSWISS

mié. 2/48:00 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops17h 35mSWISS

Deal found 12/2

$790

vie. 1/1612:35 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop25h 45mQatar Airways

vie. 1/239:50 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/2

$802

sáb. 1/171:50 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops33h 25mEthiopian Air

mié. 2/410:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops26h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/2

$803

dom. 1/259:25 amCPT - AMS

1 stop25h 45mSWISS

dom. 2/810:40 amAMS - CPT

1 stop23h 10mSWISS

Deal found 12/1

$721

dom. 1/251:50 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air

dom. 2/87:05 amAMS - CPT

2 stops29h 40mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/1

$797

One-way flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated diciembre 3, 2025.

mié. 12/108:45 amCPT - AMS

1 stop32h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/1

$295

mar. 12/912:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/2

$306

jue. 12/1112:30 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops54h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/1

$309

dom. 12/2112:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$327

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Most accurate provider	OneTravel 3 stars
Most trusted provider	OneTravel 3 stars
Round-trip from	$651 (Lufthansa)
One-way from	$295 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$924
Good round-trip deal	$942 or less
Good one-way deal	$1,040 or less

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Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

mar. 5/5

1:50 pm-9:05 am

2 stops19h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mar. 5/19

5:40 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$661

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

mar. 5/12

3:25 pm-9:05 am

2 stops17h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

vie. 5/29

5:40 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$686

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 4/25

3:25 pm-9:05 am

2 stops17h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mié. 5/6

12:25 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$686

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

mar. 4/28

3:25 pm-9:05 am

2 stops17h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mar. 5/5

12:25 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$691

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

jue. 4/23

1:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops21h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mar. 5/5

5:40 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$691

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

vie. 4/24

9:10 am-9:00 am

1 stop23h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

vie. 5/8

6:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop15h 10m

$703

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

vie. 4/24

9:10 am-9:00 am

1 stop23h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mié. 5/6

7:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop14h 00m

$703

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

jue. 4/30

6:05 pm-9:00 am

1 stop14h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

lun. 5/18

7:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop14h 00m

$710

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

dom. 4/26

8:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

mié. 5/6

6:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop15h 10m

$710

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

vie. 2/13

2:35 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

vie. 2/20

5:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$713

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Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cape Town to Amsterdam in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
OneTravel	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Gotogate	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Amsterdam flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Amsterdam flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Amsterdam flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cape Town-Amsterdam flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam

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Delays

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

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam (average of $598). Flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of $770). 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 AMS?

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Amsterdam flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Cape Town to Amsterdam flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Cape Town to Amsterdam trip

Airports

CPT

For international departures, arrive early at CPT due to long exit passport control lines during peak times.

AMS

Upon arrival at AMS, use the train for efficient travel to Amsterdam city center. Tickets are available at the station below the terminal.

Our travel experts

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Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS, and Turkish Airlines from Cape Town to Amsterdam 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.

KLM

7.7

Good

1,426 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

KLM

7.7

Good

1,426 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,426 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

SWISS

7.5

Good

1,798 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,426 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

4,071 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,426 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

7,605 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,426 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam?
To fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam, you need to book a flight from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Schiphol (AMS). Nonstop flights to Amsterdam Schiphol from Cape Town Intl take 11h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Cape Town Intl to Schiphol offered by 4 different airlines.
How popular is this Cape Town to Amsterdam flight route?
The Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flight path was viewed by 98 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 Cape Town to Amsterdam?
For as low as $661, Ethiopian Air can have you in Amsterdam from Cape Town in 19h 15m. Cape Town and Amsterdam are separated by a distance of 6016 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Amsterdam is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $657 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Turkish Airlines, starting at $672 and $717 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam one-way?
$355 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and SWISS, with prices starting from $425 and $428, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Amsterdam?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam are KLM (82%), Air France (78%) and Scandinavian Airlines (77%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam? While on average our users pay $1,467, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $740. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol), is priced around $710.
Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Amsterdam flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam (average of $598). Flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of $770). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	Cheapest$657	Average$841	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
SWISS	Cheapest$672	Average$816	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$717	Average$752	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
KLM	Cheapest$803	Average$1,118	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%

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$295+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Amsterdam (AMS)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in February or November, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to AmsterdamExplore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 3, 2025.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 3, 2025.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 3, 2025.