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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam from £512

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — AMS
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

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 Friday 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£589

One-way from

£512

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£663

Good round-trip deal

£573 or less

Good one-way deal

£345 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 5/6-18/6
  • Nonstop
  • 22h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Amsterdam
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KLM
  • KLM
  • 27/5
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Amsterdam
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£43 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Thu 5/623:15CPT - AMS
Nonstop11h 30mKLM
Wed 18/610:10AMS - CPT
Nonstop11h 15mKLM
Deal found 14/4£589
Tue 13/518:55CPT - AMS
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 26/519:20AMS - CPT
1 stop15h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/4£602
Mon 7/716:35CPT - AMS
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 16/823:10AMS - CPT
1 stop36h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/4£603
Thu 29/513:00CPT - AMS
1 stop31h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 5/616:15AMS - CPT
1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/4£606
Mon 19/514:15CPT - AMS
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/519:25AMS - CPT
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£630
Sun 8/618:05CPT - AMS
1 stop19h 50mLufthansa
Tue 10/614:45AMS - CPT
2 stops21h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 15/4£682
Sat 6/913:05CPT - AMS
1 stop30h 55mEmirates
Sun 28/915:25AMS - CPT
1 stop20h 10mEmirates
Deal found 15/4£740
Mon 7/714:35CPT - AMS
2 stops18h 30mEthiopian Air
Fri 15/817:40AMS - CPT
2 stops19h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/4£781
Sun 27/408:40CPT - AMS
1 stop24h 20mSWISS
Fri 2/520:05AMS - CPT
1 stop35h 05mSWISS
Deal found 14/4£843
Fri 27/606:00CPT - AMS
2 stops34h 40mKenya Airways
Thu 17/720:35AMS - CPT
2 stops17h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/4£938
Thu 5/619:50CPT - AMS
1 stop35h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/609:15AMS - CPT
1 stop31h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4£12,309

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Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/6

23:15-10:45

Nonstop11h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 18/6

10:10-21:25

Nonstop11h 15m

£589

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

18:55-09:10

1 stop14h 15m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 26/5

19:20-11:00

1 stop15h 40m

£602

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/7

16:35-21:45

1 stop29h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 16/8

23:10-11:50

1 stop36h 40m

£603

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/5

13:00-20:45

1 stop31h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 5/6

16:15-10:50

1 stop18h 35m

£606

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/5

14:15-09:00

2 stops18h 45m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 26/5

19:25-09:30

1 stop14h 05m

£630

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

18:05-13:55

1 stop19h 50m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/6

14:45-12:40

2 stops21h 55m

£682

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/9

13:05-20:00

1 stop30h 55m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 28/9

15:25-11:35

1 stop20h 10m

£740

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/7

14:35-09:05

2 stops18h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 15/8

17:40-13:00

2 stops19h 20m

£781

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/4

08:40-09:00

1 stop24h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 2/5

20:05-07:10

1 stop35h 05m

£843

Cape TownAmsterdam

CPT - AMS

CPTAMS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/6

06:00-16:40

2 stops34h 40m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 17/7

20:35-13:45

2 stops17h 10m

£938

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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 11 April 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 70 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 15 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Amsterdam at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 30.0 - 100.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Amsterdam when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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 16.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of February, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

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 15 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and SWISS from Cape Town to Amsterdam by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

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
3,198 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,323 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,578 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

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
3,553 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

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
3,760 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

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?

    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 is 1 daily flight 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?

    The Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flight path was viewed by 241 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?

    According to our current data, KLM (£589), British Airways (£602), and Turkish Airlines (£603) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Amsterdam. KLM is 8% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Consider KLM (91%), Delta (91%) or Air France (81%) 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 £314. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol) can be booked for £517 on average our data indicates £1,970 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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