Cheap flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town from £300

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CPT
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 3 February 2026.

Fri 18/917:40
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops19h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/1015:25
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£597
Fri 27/214:45
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/317:15
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop28h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2£598
Sat 14/317:30
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 19/315:25
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops20h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£599
Mon 9/1118:10
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/1113:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops22h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£602
Wed 18/312:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/416:35
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop24h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2£604
Fri 13/1112:25
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops23h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 27/1113:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£605
Tue 31/323:10
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop36h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 7/416:35
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop29h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2£612
Mon 2/320:35
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop32h 15m
Air France
Mon 9/307:55
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop15h 00m
Air France
Deal found 3/2£617
Sat 19/912:25
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops24h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 10/1013:50
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops19h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£625
Fri 9/1020:35
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sat 24/1014:20
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop26h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/2£626
Tue 18/809:55
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops28h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 11/915:25
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops17h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£631
Wed 25/217:55
AMS
-
CPT
2 stops19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/314:35
CPT
-
AMS
2 stops27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2£633

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 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£598

One-way from

£300

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£813

Good round-trip deal

£841 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 27/2-18/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Amsterdam to Cape Town
10/5
  • 10/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 30m total
  • Amsterdam to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£47 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 February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cape Town Intl.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Amsterdam

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 13/3

17:30-14:35

2 stops20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

15:25-16:45

2 stops26h 20m

£672

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 27/2

23:05-11:50

1 stop35h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

17:15-21:00

1 stop28h 45m

£678

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 3/3

09:30-21:55

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

08:00-18:50

Nonstop11h 50m

£723

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 16/3

17:30-13:00

2 stops18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

14:35-09:10

2 stops19h 35m

£729

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 2/3

22:20-11:50

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/3

16:35-12:55

1 stop20h 20m

£734

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 14/6

10:10-21:25

Nonstop11h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

23:15-10:45

Nonstop11h 30m

£749

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 24/2

09:30-21:55

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

18:25-10:10

1 stop16h 45m

£761

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 16/5

10:10-21:25

Nonstop11h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/6

23:15-10:45

Nonstop11h 30m

£769

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 13/3

21:45-11:40

1 stop36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

13:40-07:50

1 stop19h 10m

£783

AmsterdamCape Town

AMS - CPT

AMSCPT

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 26/2

22:00-17:25

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

19:00-13:20

1 stop19h 20m

£784

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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 30 January 2026.

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 £495). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £813). 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 3 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Amsterdam to Cape Town as you normally would.

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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 3 February 2026.
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.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 20h 05m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. There are 6016 mi between Amsterdam and Cape Town. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at £683, 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 18% 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 (78%), Scandinavian Airlines (78%) or Delta (78%) 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?

    On average you can expect to pay £883 for a flight from Amsterdam to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is £759 while the most popular route, (Amsterdam Schiphol - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at £526.

  • 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 £495). Flying from Amsterdam to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £813). 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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KLMCheapest£683Average£887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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