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$434+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Amsterdam (AMS)

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — AMS
Feb 1 — Feb 81
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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 Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Amsterdam

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam
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 January 2, 2026.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:45 pmCPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Sun 1/48:35 pmAMS - CPT
1 stop32h 15mKLM
Deal found 12/31$1,467

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Amsterdam (AMS). 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 January 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$668
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$434
(SmartFares)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$839

Good round-trip deal

$862 or less

Good one-way deal

$954 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-Amsterdam Schiphol flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Cape Town Intl-Amsterdam Schiphol flights.
From Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Amsterdam

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

1:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops21h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 5/19

12:25 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$668

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/2

10:50 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 6/9

7:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$675

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/2

10:50 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 6/8

8:05 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$675

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/2

1:50 pm-9:05 am

2 stops19h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 6/10

5:40 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$698

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/1

2:35 pm-11:35 am

2 stops21h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 6/10

5:40 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$698

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/23

4:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 5/5

2:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 30m

$754

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

3:25 pm-8:10 am

2 stops17h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 3/16

10:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$778

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/31

5:55 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 6/8

8:05 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$781

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/31

5:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 6/9

7:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$781

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

5:15 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 3/16

12:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop22h 35m

$782

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

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?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

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

The best insider tips for Cape Town to Amsterdam flights

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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.

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Expert on AMS

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Mark Chesnut

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Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Amsterdam. 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 Amsterdam. Reviews last updated January 2, 2026.
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.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 50m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 5 outbound flights from Cape Town Intl to Schiphol offered by 4 different airlines.

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

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

    For as low as $675, Ethiopian Air can have you in Amsterdam from Cape Town in 20h. Cape Town and Amsterdam are separated by a distance of 6016 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $420 and $425, 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 (94%), Scandinavian Airlines (94%) and Delta (94%).

  • 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 $1,279, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $727. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol), is priced around $842.

  • 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$657Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$672Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$717Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$814Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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