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$351 Find Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town departing on 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Amsterdam to Cape Town, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$745
Typical prices: $1,110-$1,373
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/8Wed 7/1
AMS - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,065
Typical prices: $1,071-$1,434
KLM
Tue 4/14Tue 4/21
AMS - CPT • Non-stop
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Book a timeslot for security at AMS to save time.
Use shuttles or taxis from CPT for a quick ride.
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Ethiopian Air
Cheapest • from $762 (round-trip)
Emirates
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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Every day
You can fly direct with KLM. Average duration is 11h 25m
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KLM
Most punctual • 78% on-time
Afternoon flights
Best time • Fewest delays
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Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg $917 (round-trip)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 14h 48m (one-way)
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When to book
2 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 6% compared to booking last minute.
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May
Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town (AMS-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Amsterdam to Cape Town

Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jul 1
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5:55 pm - 2:35 pm
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CPT
20h 40m
2 stops
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1:50 pm - 11:00 am
CPT
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AMS
21h 10m
2 stops
$745Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15
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5:55 pm - 2:35 pm
AMS
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CPT
20h 40m
2 stops
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3:25 pm - 11:00 am
CPT
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AMS
19h 35m
2 stops
$762Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, May 9
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5:55 pm - 1:00 pm
AMS
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CPT
19h 05m
2 stops
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3:25 pm - 11:00 am
CPT
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AMS
19h 35m
2 stops
$764Ethiopian Air
Thu, Apr 23 - Wed, May 6
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5:55 pm - 1:00 pm
AMS
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CPT
43h 05m
2 stops
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3:25 pm - 11:00 am
CPT
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AMS
19h 35m
2 stops
$796Ethiopian Air
Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, May 5
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5:55 pm - 1:00 pm
AMS
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CPT
43h 05m
2 stops
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1:50 pm - 11:00 am
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AMS
21h 10m
2 stops
$807Ethiopian Air
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, May 10
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5:55 pm - 1:00 pm
AMS
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CPT
43h 05m
2 stops
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3:25 pm - 11:00 am
CPT
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AMS
19h 35m
2 stops
$814Ethiopian Air
Sun, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 20
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11:55 am - 1:00 pm
AMS
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CPT
25h 05m
2 stops
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3:25 pm - 5:05 pm
CPT
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AMS
25h 40m
2 stops
$819Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30
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11:00 am - 2:35 pm
AMS
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CPT
26h 35m
2 stops
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1:50 pm - 11:00 am
CPT
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AMS
21h 10m
2 stops
$822Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Fri, May 22
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5:40 pm - 2:35 pm
AMS
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CPT
20h 55m
2 stops
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1:50 pm - 11:00 am
CPT
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AMS
21h 10m
2 stops
$823Ethiopian Air
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21
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11:10 am - 8:05 am
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CPT
20h 55m
1 stop
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5:45 pm - 9:00 am
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15h 15m
1 stop
$830Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Amsterdam to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town departing in June.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Amsterdam to Cape Town, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Cape Town back to Amsterdam, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town is May, where tickets cost $980 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,460 and $1,443 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 3 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,107 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town

 
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on CPT

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on AMS

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$351
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
Flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town

When to book flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Amsterdam to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town

  • What is the cheapest flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town was $351 for a one-way ticket and $745 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Amsterdam and Cape Town?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Amsterdam and on arrival in Cape Town.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    On your way to Cape Town, you’ll fly out from Amsterdam Schiphol. You’ll be landing at Cape Town Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    KLM, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Amsterdam to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Amsterdam to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Amsterdam and Cape Town, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    There are nonstop flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town, Emirates or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town are Emirates and KLM. With an average price for the route of $1,239 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,223 and an overall rating of 7.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Amsterdam is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Amsterdam with another airline. Booking your flights between Amsterdam and CPT can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Amsterdam up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,032 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Amsterdam to Cape Town?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl

Monday

KLM

KLM

Tuesday

KLM

KLM

Wednesday

KLM

KLM

Thursday

KLM

KLM

Friday

KLM

KLM

Saturday

KLM

KLM

Sunday

KLM

KLM

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol

Monday

KLM

KLM

Tuesday

KLM

KLM

Wednesday

KLM

KLM

Thursday

KLM

KLM

Friday

KLM

KLM

Saturday

KLM

KLM

Sunday

KLM

KLM

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Amsterdam to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Amsterdam to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3534 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.4Crew
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Seat did not recline at all, wi-FI did not work at all. Those are both very unfortunate for a 14 hour flight. Crew and food was of course very nice as always.

4.0 OkayMarcia, Feb 2026
HYD - DXB
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Seat did not recline at all, wi-FI did not work at all. Those are both very unfortunate for a 14 hour flight. Crew and food was of course very nice as always.

Always enjoyed flying with Emirates, flown with others but they don't really measure up. The others are cheaper without a doubt, but not as good as Emirates

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

Child’s meal was great along with other nice touches for kids.

The main issue was that the flight from trivandrum to Dubai was delayed which resulted in arriving late in Dubai. Coincidentally the flight leaving out of Dubai to jfk was also delayed for different reason. Despite we reached the gate ( through wheel chair assistance) along with 10 other passengers we were not let in. The gate was open and yet was refrained from entering. We were then requested to flight the next morning. Meal vouchers were provided but the hotel reservations were not made and took a lot longer to receive that. If Emirates knew about the delay and was certain the passengers will not be able to board the next flight shouldn't they have prepared these ahead of time?

The plane was old so the entertainment system was difficult to operate. The crew did advise earlier. The plane was landed and parked away from the gates, which added 20+ mins to the overall arrival

Premium economy was worth it-comfort was definitely better than economy class. The seats were more comfortable, blankets and pillows thicker

Could not board flight due to visa issue and emirates staff at the airport refused to help rebook flight because it was made by another provider. It took hours of communicating with my provider and Emirates staff each of whom said it was the others responsibility. As the time passed, I was eventually told it was too late for rebooking as I needed to do this at least three hours before the flight. Emirates staff also said the would unboard me but I believe I was recorded as a no show. Our first flight from Sydney to Dubai was more cramped than other airlines which was surprising considering their reputation.

Great flight - Clubhouse met our needs, and the staff provided good service. Boarding felt a little chaotic, but given the size of the aircraft, it's always going to be challenging. Whilst the crew were friendly, the number of passengers meant that we received our breakfast items, but had finished breakfast before we were served a drink. Lunch was much better organised, and throughout the flight, the crew were attentive. Found the seats and ICE to be excellent. Disembarkation was fine, and everything possible to expedite the process was being done.

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

Empty seats next to me - wish it had been for a longer flight!!

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Terrible last row seats many seats available but no offer to move to better seat

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

Delay and had to run between flight to get my connection due to this delay but besides that the overall experience was ok. I arrived with just an hour of delay.

Couldn’t get boarding pass in SLC even with help from a redcoat, so had to find a desk in AMS to get boarding pass. Technical problems so not sure why. Very inconvenient. The KLM app is not as user friendly as most apps. Also had to wait almost an hour on the tarmac for a fuel truck, which caused us to miss a connecting bus in LUX.

First of all we couldn’t check in online, then we learn at the airport we were on stand by for KLM’s mistake of overbooking. The seats were not comfy at all. Our luggage got lost.

Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

Good overall. Seat spacing a bit tight between IST and ISB.

Typically good service onboard but baggage delay in airport was significant

The crew on this flight provided exceptional business class service to me.

The fact that my flight was cancelled and made wait for 14 Fing hours to booka flightto a neighboring country.... never again

Loved the food. No wheelchair was provided in Sofia even though wheelchair assistance was confirmed by Turkish Airlines

This is not business class. This is premium economy. Total scam to sell this as business class

nice and clean plane but the seats and the comfort was not what i expected. i expected more based on all the ads and reviews that i've read. I guess you get what you pay for in economy.

So boarding is a little slow when you fly 787 but on the 777 the business class had its own entrance. The entertainment can be a little bit more up to date Other than that it was a great experience food and service was great

I paid $150 to upgrade to this seat. My exit row seat had ample leg room BUT the collapsable table was broken so my food tray and drinks slid over to my lap, the screen malfunctioned.

Very small and cramped aisles and seats. Food was poor but the fresh hot roll and hummus was good. No cans of soda given but they had small bottles of water. Crew was nice and pleasant and kept bathroom clean.

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