Cheap flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town from £415

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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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 23 December 2025.

Wed 24/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Wed 31/1223:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 21/12£912
Tue 30/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Fri 16/108:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 22/12£934
Wed 31/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Mon 12/123:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 45mKLM
Deal found 23/12£946
Mon 29/1217:45AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Fri 16/108:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 22/12£968
Wed 31/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Sun 11/123:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 23/12£1,020
Wed 31/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Sat 10/108:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 21/12£1,078
Tue 30/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Mon 12/123:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 45mKLM
Deal found 23/12£1,083
Sun 28/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Fri 16/123:45CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 22/12£1,093
Sun 28/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Sat 17/108:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 22/12£1,109
Sun 21/1221:25AMS - CPT
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1212:30CPT - AMS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12£1,125
Tue 23/1209:30AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 25mKLM
Fri 9/108:00CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 50mKLM
Deal found 21/12£1,144

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 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£633

One-way from

£415

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£1,072
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 5/2-12/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 43h 10m total
  • Amsterdam to Cape Town
4/2
  • 4/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 25h 35m total
  • Amsterdam to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£49 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 4/2

10:50-10:00

1 stop22h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

12:30-22:15

1 stop34h 45m

£663

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 6/3

18:45-14:35

2 stops18h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

17:15-10:40

1 stop18h 25m

£667

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 28/1

14:45-14:35

2 stops22h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

17:15-13:20

1 stop21h 05m

£667

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 25/1

18:45-14:35

2 stops18h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

17:15-10:40

1 stop18h 25m

£672

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 16/2

14:45-11:50

1 stop20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

17:15-17:20

1 stop25h 05m

£710

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 16/2

22:20-11:50

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

17:15-13:20

1 stop21h 05m

£710

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 27/1

09:30-21:55

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

23:45-10:30

Nonstop11h 45m

£712

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 27/1

12:15-11:50

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

17:15-13:20

1 stop21h 05m

£712

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 11/6

07:00-20:55

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

17:55-10:35

1 stop16h 40m

£712

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 21/5

14:20-11:50

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

16:35-21:45

1 stop29h 10m

£714

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Best time to book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town

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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 return flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 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 Amsterdam to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town (average of £502). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £839). 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 23 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Amsterdam to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

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 23 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM from Amsterdam to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 1 airline.

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

  • 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 50m. Fly via Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 6016 mi between Amsterdam and Cape Town.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Amsterdam to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at £689, KLM will fly you from Amsterdam to Cape Town and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. KLM is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 (86%), Scandinavian Airlines (78%) or Air France (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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 holiday 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 £502). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £839). 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 airline flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town

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