Cheap flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam from £297

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 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — AMS
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol are usually found in February or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£506

One-way from

£297

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£676

Good round-trip deal

£629 or less

Good one-way deal

£417 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 30/10-11/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Amsterdam
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Amsterdam
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£46 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol.

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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 12 September 2025.

Thu 30/1009:30CPT - AMS
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1115:15AMS - CPT
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£506
Thu 30/1009:30CPT - AMS
2 stops24h 30mSWISS
Tue 11/1119:55AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£509
Tue 11/1109:30CPT - AMS
1 stop14h 25mLufthansa
Fri 28/1113:40AMS - CPT
1 stop17h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 11/9£510
Wed 15/1008:40CPT - AMS
1 stop25h 00mSWISS
Mon 27/1009:50AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£516
Wed 24/908:40CPT - AMS
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/914:45AMS - CPT
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£536
Sun 26/1009:30CPT - AMS
2 stops24h 30mSWISS
Sun 9/1115:15AMS - CPT
1 stop29h 50mSWISS
Deal found 12/9£553
Tue 11/1114:15CPT - AMS
2 stops19h 45mSWISS
Sun 30/1120:00AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 45mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£563
Tue 4/1117:15CPT - AMS
1 stop17h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 15/1122:40AMS - CPT
1 stop36h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/9£568
Tue 4/1109:30CPT - AMS
2 stops24h 30mSWISS
Sat 14/309:50AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£570
Thu 6/1109:30CPT - AMS
2 stops25h 20mSWISS
Sat 14/309:50AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£571
Tue 11/1109:30CPT - AMS
2 stops24h 30mSWISS
Fri 28/1110:40AMS - CPT
2 stops20h 00mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£579

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Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

Amsterdam

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

12:20-09:00

2 stops21h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 29/11

20:00-15:15

2 stops18h 15m

£516

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/11

14:15-09:00

2 stops19h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 29/11

20:00-15:15

2 stops18h 15m

£516

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

09:30-09:00

2 stops24h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 3/11

20:00-18:55

2 stops21h 55m

£536

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/10

09:30-09:00

2 stops24h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 9/11

15:15-22:05

1 stop29h 50m

£553

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

15:25-11:35

2 stops21h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 26/11

17:30-13:00

2 stops18h 30m

£563

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

17:15-10:10

1 stop17h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 15/11

22:40-11:50

1 stop36h 10m

£568

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/2

09:30-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 20/2

13:40-07:40

1 stop17h 00m

£568

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

09:30-22:55

1 stop14h 25m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 17/2

18:10-11:00

1 stop15h 50m

£568

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

20:50-13:20

1 stop17h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 12/3

17:25-12:10

1 stop17h 45m

£595

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

18:55-09:15

1 stop15h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 13/3

14:15-10:20

1 stop19h 05m

£595

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam

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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 return flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 £142). Flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of £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 12 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

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 12 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, SWISS, andKenya Airways from Cape Town to Amsterdam by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

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?

    Amsterdam Schiphol is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Amsterdam from Cape Town Intl. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Schiphol (AMS) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to Amsterdam from 3 different airlines. 11h 30m is how long a flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam Schiphol will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

    SWISS can get you from Cape Town to Amsterdam in just under 21h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 6016 mi between Cape Town and Amsterdam.

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

    According to our current data, SWISS (£417), KLM (£572), and Kenya Airways (£574) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Amsterdam. SWISS is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £297. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and SWISS, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to Amsterdam for a low price.

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

    Consider KLM (85%), Air France (85%) or Scandinavian Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £405. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol) can be booked for £617 on average, our data indicates £790 when flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam.

  • 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 holiday 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 £142). Flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam in August is currently the most expensive (average of £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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam

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SWISSCheapest£417Average£483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£574Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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