Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 00m.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Amsterdam on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam. The most common time of day flights depart is 23:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Amsterdam on average per week?

The number of flights available between Cape Town and Amsterdam is 24 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the lowest average return price of R12 502.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Amsterdam?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 24% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 15m.

Which airlines fly to Amsterdam?

KLM, SWISS and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Amsterdam from Cape Town according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Amsterdam. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Amsterdam on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Amsterdam Schiphol Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Amsterdam?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Amsterdam?

The cheapest month to fly to Amsterdam from Cape Town is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R13 465, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Amsterdam in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 727.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Amsterdam?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Amsterdam is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R16 516. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Amsterdam on Saturday is R18 221.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Amsterdam?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Amsterdam is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as R13 938. Flights to Amsterdam are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of R17 461. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Amsterdam?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Amsterdam for around R15 402 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town for as low as R14 743 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Amsterdam flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cape Town to Amsterdam.

How have Cape Town to Amsterdam flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Cape Town to Amsterdam flights are approximately 13% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	R11 272
Fastest flight time	11h 30m
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The best one-way flight to Amsterdam from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R11 272. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Amsterdam found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 721.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to Amsterdam takes 11h 30m

Direct flights go from Cape Town to Amsterdam every day.

There is 1 airport near Amsterdam: Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol by plane?
A flight from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol will travel around 9679,4 km. Typically, this will take 11h 30m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Amsterdam Schiphol Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to Amsterdam?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Amsterdam, the leading plane model is Boeing 777-300ER, making up 44,78% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A350-1000 with 27,25%, Boeing 777-200/200ER with 11,97%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 8,66%.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Amsterdam?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to Amsterdam is KLM, representing 36% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are SWISS at 11%, Emirates at 9%, and Lufthansa at 9%.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R9 951	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 731 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 176	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 410 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 681	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 861 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R11 814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 469 reviews	Search Air France flights
Condor	PriceFrom R12 349	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,3 364 reviews	Search Condor flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 545	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 879	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 626 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R13 433	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 281 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R13 614	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 7 361 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 717	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 385 reviews	Search KLM flights

KLM Flights From Cape Town to Amsterdam
KLM operates around 5 flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been R1 010, but momondo users have found KLM deals from Cape Town to Amsterdam from as low as R783 round-trip. KLM has been scored 7,8/10 in 1 385 reviews.
Air France Flights From Cape Town to Amsterdam
Air France is also a popular choice for this route. Air France flight deals for Cape Town to Amsterdam start from as low as R675 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Air France deals seen on momondo around R833. Air France operates 7 flights to Amsterdam from Cape Town in an average week. Users have rated it 7,4/10 across 1 469 reviews.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Amsterdam?

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What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Amsterdam?

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Amsterdam flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cape Town to Amsterdam.

How have Cape Town to Amsterdam flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Cape Town to Amsterdam flights are approximately 13% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Amsterdam Schiphol

Which airlines fly to Amsterdam?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Amsterdam?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 24% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the lowest average return price of R12 502.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 00m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Amsterdam?

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 15m.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Amsterdam on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from Cape Town to Amsterdam. The most common time of day flights depart is 23:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Amsterdam on average per week?

The number of flights available between Cape Town and Amsterdam is 24 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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