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$390+ Cheap flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
Feb 15 — Feb 221
Sun 2/15
Sun 2/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$860
(Air France)

One-way from

$390
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,040

Good round-trip deal

$1,234 or less
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Cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town
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 January 16, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/245:55 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/33:25 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$856
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/225:55 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops19h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/43:25 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops26h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/15$859
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/95:45 pm
AMS
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/167:55 am
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$860
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/95:55 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/171:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops27h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/14$861
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/145:55 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops20h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 7/233:25 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/14$863
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/175:55 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops20h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 4/211:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops21h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/15$864
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 9/156:35 pm
AMS
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 15m
KLM
Tue 9/2911:15 pm
CPT
-
AMS
Nonstop11h 30m
KLM
Deal found 1/14$865
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 5/56:35 pm
AMS
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 15m
KLM
Mon 5/1811:15 pm
CPT
-
AMS
Nonstop11h 30m
KLM
Deal found 1/14$866
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/185:55 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops20h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 6/211:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops21h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/14$867
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Mon 1/265:45 pm
AMS
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 25m
KLM
Wed 2/411:45 pm
CPT
-
AMS
Nonstop11h 50m
KLM
Deal found 1/14$868
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2610:00 am
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops26h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/151:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops22h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/14$869
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:35 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops17h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/511:30 pm
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop17h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/15$870

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town that are best for you.

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AMS - CPT

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Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 4/17

5:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

1:50 pm-11:00 am

2 stops21h 10m

$864

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 1/26

5:45 pm-6:10 am

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/4

11:45 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop11h 50m

$868

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 1/26

5:55 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

3:25 pm-11:00 am

2 stops20h 35m

$871

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 2/4

10:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

6:25 pm-10:10 am

1 stop16h 45m

$889

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 2/3

9:30 am-9:55 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

2:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop21h 10m

$891

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 6/18

10:10 am-9:25 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/21

11:15 pm-10:45 am

Nonstop11h 30m

$901

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 1/25

9:30 am-9:55 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

11:45 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop11h 50m

$903

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 2/27

9:30 am-9:55 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

11:45 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop11h 50m

$903

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 1/31

10:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

2:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop21h 10m

$924

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 2/23

5:55 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

2:35 pm-11:00 am

2 stops21h 25m

$940

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

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 $672). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,110). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2026.

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

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

The best insider tips for Amsterdam to Cape Town flights

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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.

Read more about AMSBy Mark Chesnut
CPT

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

Read more about CPTBy John Walton
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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated January 16, 2026.
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
3,469 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
3,469 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,469 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,440 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,469 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,522 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,469 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
4,176 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,469 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,718 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,469 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Amsterdam to Cape Town. 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 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 15m 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 4 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 Ethiopian Air or KLM 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 $679. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from $851, and Turkish Airlines, from $870. Lufthansa is priced at 40% 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 KLM (88%), Scandinavian Airlines (88%) or Delta (88%) 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 $1,377, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $731. The most popular route (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl), is priced around $713.

  • 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 $672). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,110). 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town. 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 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$679Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$851Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$924Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$959Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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