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$399+ 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — AMS
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in November or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Amsterdam

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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$722
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$399
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$873

Good round-trip deal

$975 or less

Good one-way deal

$886 or less
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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 April 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/92:35 pmCPT - AMS
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/135:55 pmAMS - CPT
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$754
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/74:35 pmCPT - AMS
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/1611:10 pmAMS - CPT
1 stop36h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$786
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/511:15 pmCPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Wed 6/1810:35 amAMS - CPT
1 stop26h 05mKLM
Deal found 4/17$787
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:55 pmCPT - AMS
1 stop20h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 10/307:00 amAMS - CPT
1 stop28h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$831
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/86:05 pmCPT - AMS
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Tue 6/102:45 pmAMS - CPT
2 stops21h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 4/17$861
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 6/81:50 pmCPT - AMS
2 stops19h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/105:40 pmAMS - CPT
2 stops20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/17$867
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/63:55 pmCPT - AMS
2 stops27h 20mSWISS
Tue 8/127:00 amAMS - CPT
2 stops33h 45mSWISS
Deal found 4/17$957
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/42:20 pmCPT - AMS
1 stop26h 20mKenya Airways
Tue 10/148:35 pmAMS - CPT
2 stops20h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/17$958
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/81:00 pmCPT - AMS
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 6/104:15 pmAMS - CPT
1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/17$980
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/61:05 pmCPT - AMS
1 stop20h 15mEmirates
Sun 9/2811:25 amAMS - CPT
1 stop24h 10mEmirates
Deal found 4/17$1,002

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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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Amsterdam

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/9

2:35 pm-11:00 am

2 stops20h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 6/13

5:55 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$754

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/7

4:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 8/16

11:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 40m

$786

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/5

11:15 pm-10:45 am

Nonstop11h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 6/18

10:35 am-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$787

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

6:55 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 10/30

7:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$831

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/8

6:05 pm-9:00 am

1 stop14h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 6/10

2:45 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$861

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/8

1:50 pm-9:05 am

2 stops19h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 6/10

5:40 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$867

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

3:55 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 8/15

3:00 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$957

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/4

2:20 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/14

8:35 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$958

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/8

1:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 6/10

4:15 pm-10:50 am

1 stop18h 35m

$980

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/6

1:05 pm-9:20 am

1 stop20h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 9/28

11:25 am-11:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

$1,002

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Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam

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 Cape Town to Amsterdam in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice 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 Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Amsterdam flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >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 Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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.

The best insider tips for Cape Town to Amsterdam flights

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CPT

CPT offers free Wi-Fi up to 1GB or 4 hours. Download movies beforehand to avoid reaching the limit.

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AMS

For quick access to Amsterdam, take the train from Schiphol's station below the terminal. It's efficient and economical.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on CPT

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on AMS

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

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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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Amsterdam from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam is 70 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam (average of $604). Flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,192). 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 April 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Amsterdam flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Amsterdam

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

The most flights from CPT to AMS are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip to Amsterdam by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Amsterdam ranges from 1.2 - 3.9 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Amsterdam when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip to Amsterdam by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Amsterdam, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 60.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of February, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 April 17, 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,554 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,769 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Cape Town Intl to Schiphol offered by 4 different airlines.

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

    The Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flight path was viewed by 84 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Amsterdam is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $785 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and British Airways, starting at $787 and $831 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam for 7% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam one-way?

    $399 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 Turkish Airlines and Emirates, with prices starting from $466 and $545, 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 (91%), Delta (91%) and Air France (85%).

  • 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 $1,081, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $664. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol), is priced around $855.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam (average of $604). Flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,192). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$552Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$592Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$634Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
KLMCheapest$824Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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