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$438+ 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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
Mar 22 — Mar 291
Sun 3/22
Sun 3/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 February 20, 2026.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Tue 5/1212:25 pm
AMS
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CPT
2 stops24h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/231:50 pm
CPT
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AMS
2 stops19h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/18$753
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/265:55 pm
AMS
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CPT
2 stops43h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/73:25 pm
CPT
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AMS
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$767
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Sat 12/510:00 am
AMS
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CPT
2 stops26h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 12/253:25 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$768
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/95:40 pm
AMS
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CPT
2 stops19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/183:25 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$771
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/135:40 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/251:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops21h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/18$773
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 12/76:10 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 12/251:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$775
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 12/1210:00 am
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops26h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 1/61:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops25h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/20$779
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 2/255:55 pm
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/171:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops22h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/20$784
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 12/912:25 pm
AMS
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CPT
2 stops23h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 12/291:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops30h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/19$787
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:55 pm
AMS
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CPT
2 stops43h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/73:25 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$788
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/25:35 pm
AMS
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CPT
3 stops18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/223:25 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$793
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/95:55 pm
AMS
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CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 3/191:50 pm
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops46h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$799

Find flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Amsterdam (AMS) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 February 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$753
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$438
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,122

Good round-trip deal

$1,032 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 February 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town that are best for you.

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AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 3/13

5:55 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/20

2:35 pm-9:10 am

2 stops19h 35m

$830

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 3/3

12:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

2:00 pm-10:40 am

2 stops21h 40m

$861

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 3/9

6:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/16

2:00 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$898

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 3/11

2:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

2:00 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$898

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 3/8

10:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/18

2:00 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$901

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 6/19

5:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops44h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/2

3:25 pm-9:05 am

2 stops17h 40m

$903

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 3/7

10:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

2:00 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$904

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 4/6

11:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/20

4:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$927

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 6/21

5:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/5

4:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$978

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 5/16

12:25 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/20

3:25 pm-9:05 am

2 stops17h 40m

$987

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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 Amsterdam-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Amsterdam-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Cheapflights Insights

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 February 18, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town is 87 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 $680). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,095). 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 February 20, 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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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on CPT

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Mark Chesnut

Expert on AMS

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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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 February 20, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, and Turkish Airlines 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
3,522 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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
1,458 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,522 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,224 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,522 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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
7,789 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,522 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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 5 outbound flights from Schiphol to Cape Town Intl offered by 4 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 5 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 18h 05m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, or Lufthansa 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 Turkish Airlines, from $781, and KLM, from $924. 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 (75%), Scandinavian Airlines (75%) or Delta (75%) 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 $1,127, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $953. The most popular route (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl), is priced around $676.

  • 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 $680). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,095). 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 Amsterdam to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 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 February 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$679Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$781Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$924Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$981Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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