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

Over the last year, KLM have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

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

Flights via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 50m.

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

Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Amsterdam to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

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

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

How often are flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Amsterdam and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

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

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $950.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 30m.

How popular is this Amsterdam to Cape Town flight route?

This flight path from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 3 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 Amsterdam to Cape Town?

There are many flights that can get you from Amsterdam to Cape Town in 11h 25m. Fly via KLM or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6016 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town round-trip from $772. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from $836, and Turkish Airlines, from $922. Kenya Airways is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Weekly flight availability from Amsterdam to Cape Town

The most flights from AMS to CPT are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town? While on average our users pay $1,152, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $892. The most popular route (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl), is priced around $760.

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

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town consider choosing Scandinavian Airlines (70%), KLM (63%) or Delta (56%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

Before booking your flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town check out the most popular airlines for this route: KLM, Emirates or Turkish Airlines.

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

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Amsterdam-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Amsterdam-Cape Town 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 Amsterdam to Cape Town?

To fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town, you need to book a flight from Schiphol (AMS) to Cape Town Intl (CPT). Nonstop flights to Cape Town Intl from Amsterdam Schiphol take 11h 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Schiphol to Cape Town Intl offered by 5 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town 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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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Amsterdam to Cape Town flights typically cost between $946 and $1,204 in November. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $760 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 26-Dec 1).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2025.

Wed 11/267:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 12/112:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/12

$760

Sat 11/297:05 amAMS - CPT

1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/1812:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$766

Fri 11/289:40 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines

Wed 12/38:45 amCPT - AMS

1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$768

Tue 11/257:05 amAMS - CPT

1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/1812:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$771

Wed 11/267:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/1812:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$775

Thu 11/139:25 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/212:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$787

Wed 12/33:12 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 48mEthiopian Air

Thu 12/253:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops17h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 11/13

$791

Mon 12/83:11 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 49mEthiopian Air

Mon 12/222:35 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops24h 12mEthiopian Air

Deal found 11/13

$796

Sun 12/73:12 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops21h 33mEthiopian Air

Thu 12/253:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops17h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 11/13

$797

Best flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 14, 2025.

Tue 12/97:05 amAMS - CPT

1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/1612:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$807

Wed 11/269:30 amAMS - CPT

Nonstop11h 25mKLM

Tue 12/1611:45 pmCPT - AMS

Nonstop11h 50mKLM

Deal found 11/11

$980

Sat 1/3110:20 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop36h 30mTurkish Airlines

Mon 2/95:15 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop18h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$985

Tue 11/2510:00 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop36h 40mEmirates

Fri 12/121:40 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop19h 10mEmirates

Deal found 11/11

$1,017

Tue 11/259:30 amAMS - CPT

Nonstop11h 25mKLM

Tue 12/168:00 amCPT - AMS

Nonstop11h 50mKLM

Deal found 11/11

$980

Mon 2/26:45 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops18h 50mTurkish Airlines

Mon 2/95:15 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop28h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$1,012

Thu 11/2710:35 amAMS - CPT

1 stop24h 05mEmirates

Fri 12/121:40 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop24h 05mEmirates

Deal found 11/11

$1,017

Mon 3/25:45 pmAMS - CPT

Nonstop11h 25mKLM

Wed 3/1811:45 pmCPT - AMS

Nonstop11h 50mKLM

Deal found 11/11

$981

Wed 11/262:40 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop20h 00mEmirates

Fri 12/121:40 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop24h 05mEmirates

Deal found 11/11

$1,017

Tue 11/259:30 amAMS - CPT

Nonstop11h 25mKLM

Tue 12/26:25 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop16h 45mKLM

Deal found 11/11

$990

Thu 3/52:40 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop20h 00mEmirates

Mon 3/161:40 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop24h 05mEmirates

Deal found 11/11

$1,018

Mon 2/239:30 amAMS - CPT

Nonstop11h 25mKLM

Fri 3/138:00 amCPT - AMS

Nonstop11h 50mKLM

Deal found 11/13

$1,016

Last-minute flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Data last updated November 14, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 11/139:25 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/212:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$787

Tue 11/257:05 amAMS - CPT

1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/1812:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$771

Wed 11/267:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 12/112:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/12

$760

Wed 11/267:00 amAMS - CPT

2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/1812:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$775

Fri 11/289:40 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines

Wed 12/38:45 amCPT - AMS

1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$768

Sat 11/297:05 amAMS - CPT

1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/1812:30 pmCPT - AMS

1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$766

Wed 12/33:12 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 48mEthiopian Air

Thu 12/253:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops17h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 11/13

$791

Sun 12/73:12 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops21h 33mEthiopian Air

Thu 12/253:25 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops17h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 11/13

$797

Mon 12/83:11 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops20h 49mEthiopian Air

Mon 12/222:35 pmCPT - AMS

2 stops24h 12mEthiopian Air

Deal found 11/13

$796

One-way flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 14, 2025.

Fri 3/203:10 pmAMS - CPT

2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$456

Fri 4/248:55 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop36h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/12

$463

Fri 11/218:35 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop36h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/12

$504

Sat 1/3112:00 pmAMS - CPT

3 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/13

$510

Fri 1/3012:00 pmAMS - CPT

3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/13

$529

Wed 4/110:15 amAMS - CPT

2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/11

$543

Sun 2/19:00 pmAMS - CPT

3 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/13

$562

Mon 2/29:25 pmAMS - CPT

1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/13

$563

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AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 12/9

7:05 am-6:45 am

1 stop22h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/16

12:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$807

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 11/26

9:30 am-9:55 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/16

11:45 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop11h 50m

$980

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 11/25

9:30 am-9:55 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/16

8:00 am-6:50 pm

Nonstop11h 50m

$980

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 3/2

5:45 pm-6:10 am

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/18

11:45 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop11h 50m

$981

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 1/31

10:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/9

5:15 pm-10:40 am

1 stop18h 25m

$985

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 11/25

9:30 am-9:55 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/2

6:25 pm-10:10 am

1 stop16h 45m

$990

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 2/2

6:45 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/9

5:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$1,012

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 2/23

9:30 am-9:55 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/13

8:00 am-6:50 pm

Nonstop11h 50m

$1,016

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 11/25

10:00 pm-11:40 am

1 stop36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

1:40 pm-7:50 am

1 stop19h 10m

$1,017

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 11/27

10:35 am-11:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

1:40 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$1,017

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Compare providers for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town

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

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Amsterdam with our price prediction graph.

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

The best time to book flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town is 44 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 Amsterdam to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town (average of $643). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,126). 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 AMS to CPT?

It’s optimal to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

The best insider tips for Amsterdam to Cape Town flights

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

Airports

AMS

Security lines at Schiphol can be long. 53 new scanners have been added to help reduce wait times for departing passengers.

CPT

For a smooth arrival, complete the South African Traveller Declaration online before leaving home. This can simplify customs at CPT.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, and Air France from Amsterdam to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,409 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,409 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,409 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

KLM

7.7

Good

1,411 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,409 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Air France

7.4

Good

1,487 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,409 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

4,043 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,409 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Kenya Airways

6.8

Okay

286 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,409 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
To fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town, you need to book a flight from Schiphol (AMS) to Cape Town Intl (CPT). Nonstop flights to Cape Town Intl from Amsterdam Schiphol take 11h 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Schiphol to Cape Town Intl offered by 5 different airlines.
How popular is this Amsterdam to Cape Town flight route?
This flight path from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 3 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 Amsterdam to Cape Town?
There are many flights that can get you from Amsterdam to Cape Town in 11h 25m. Fly via KLM or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6016 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town round-trip from $772. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from $836, and Turkish Airlines, from $922. Kenya Airways is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town consider choosing Scandinavian Airlines (70%), KLM (63%) or Delta (56%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town? While on average our users pay $1,152, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $892. The most popular route (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl), is priced around $760.
Can I find deals for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Amsterdam to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town 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 Amsterdam to Cape Town?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town (average of $643). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,126). 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 5 airlines flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Kenya Airways	Cheapest$772	Average$922	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%
Emirates	Cheapest$836	Average$1,043	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$922	Average$1,004	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
KLM	Cheapest$941	Average$1,245	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Air France	Cheapest$959	Average$1,193	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%

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$456+ Cheap flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or March, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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